Decline in US beef production forecast
Analysts have warned that US beef production is likely to decline further over the next couple of years, pushing prices up to “all-time highs”.
Archives for January 17, 2013
Researchers turn sugar beet into biodegradable packaging
US scientists are hailing sugar beet pulp as a potential source of biodegradable thermoplastic packaging.
Irish food industry welcomes skyrocketing sales – but where are the brands?
The Irish food industry has boomed in the past few years but more growth needs to come from branded food manufacturers, says food specialist consultancy Bullseye Food Marketing.
Russia claims loss of confidence in EU animal products
Following the introduction of new restrictions on imports of animal products from the EU, Russian officials have warned the Russian industry has completely lost confidence in EU producers.
FSA calls for comments on aluminium-containing additive restrictions
The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) has called for comments on restrictions for the use of aluminium-containing food additives.
McCain increases India investment as it struggles to meet demand
Faced with rapid growth which it is struggling to meet, McCain Foods’ Indian subsidiary has announced plans to invest a further US$69m to introduce a third manufacturing line at its potato processing plant in Mehsana.
‘Wave of stagnation’ continues to challenge Australian snacks market: Report
Australian snack makers face continued stagnation and economic pressures and must innovate further in niche healthy sectors to ride the current wave of challenges, a report says.
Mengniu clarifies that China Modern Dairy acquisition talks not in progress
Chinese dairy Mengniu has further extinguished rumours that it is in talks to acquire milk supplier China Modern Dairy in a clarifying statement filed with the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
Bolthouse Farms mulls entry into ‘completely new product categories’ as it bids for bigger slice of fresh food market
There is a huge untapped opportunity to drive growth in the US chilled prepared food market with innovative new products offering freshness and convenience, says Bolthouse Farms.
Support voluntary anti-obesity efforts, industry urges EC presidency
Opposition to food taxes and support for voluntary industry actions to tackle obesity feature on a wish list of food industry priorities for the Irish presidency of the Council of the European Union, published by FoodDrinkEurope.
Mondelez accuses Kellogg of cookie pack copying
Mondelez has initiated legal action against Kellogg in the US for allegedly infringing its patent on resealable cookie packaging.
Ayurvedic workhorses poised for market breakthrough, expert predicts
If you are looking for what’s hot on the botanical front in 2013, here’s the skinny from a longtime observer of the herbal arena: Open your lesson book to the first two pages, and follow after me: A is for Ayurveda and ashwagandha and B is for bacopa.
Processing plant seeks to wean Pinoy farmers off tobacco
Struggling tobacco farmers in the northern Philippines have been thrown a lifeline by the government, which will soon open a multi-million dollar food processing plant in Ilocos Sur, along with a trading centre in the province.
ATS Labs seals deal to expand microbiology services
ATS Labs has acquired Microcheck adding that the deal strengthens their microbiology services to sterile and non-sterile manufacturing operations.
Investigators home in on UK horse meat burger scandal
The horse meat burger scandal continues to rumble on across the UK and Ireland as investigations are launched to discover the source of the rogue DNA.
Analysis: POM Wonderful FTC ruling
Attorney: FTC Commissioners’ ruling on POM Wonderful is ‘truly astonishing’, ‘abusive’ and ‘unlawful’
While the headlines yesterday could be summarized as ‘FTC one, POM zero’, legal experts say the 54-page opinion from FTC Commissioners on the FTC’s false advertising case vs POM Wonderful could have troubling implications for the food and supplement...
US ‘on the road’ to becoming major global dairy exporter - USDEC
The US dairy industry is on the road to becoming a “consistent global dairy supplier” after maintaining its export market share in 2012, the US Dairy Export Council (USDEC) has claimed.
Could creaminess help carbs match protein for satiating power?
High-protein and high-carbohydrate food and beverages may produce similar satiety responses if the perceived thickness and creaminess are equal, says a new study by Danone.
Employee complaints led to food firm OSHA investigation
Progressive Gourmet has been hit with more than $73,400 worth in proposed fines after an investigation following employee complaints found energy control, ammonia and other hazard violations.
European ingredient suppliers investigated after horse meat incident
ABP Food Group has vowed to step up DNA testing after UK and Irish beef burger meat from subsidiaries Dalepak Hambleton and Silvercrest Foods was found to contain horse meat.
Vietnamese researchers find efficient way to extract Gamma Oryzanol
Researchers in Vietnam claim to have invented technology that can be used to mass-produce Gamma Oryzanol from rice bran at a far lower cost than by current techniques.
Kung Pao launches chili chocolate bar with crowdfunding
US firm Kung Pao Chocolate has taken an unconventional approach to launching its new chili chocolate bar by asking consumers for financial support.
No cocoa crisis in 2017, says Euromonitor
Euromonitor International is predicting that demand for cocoa products will not outstrip supply by 2017, contrary to the International Cocoa Organization’s (ICCO) forecasted cocoa deficit.
Tate & Lyle Sugars takes battle against EU to court
Sugar refiner Tate & Lyle Sugars will take its fight against the European Commission for alleged mismanagement of the European sugar market to court today.