EU asks citizens to weigh in on GM and organic food policy
The European Commission has called for public views on genetically modified (GM) foods in the European Union, as part of a survey examining attitudes to organic agriculture legislation.
Archives for January 18, 2013
ABP shutters Silvercrest site involved in horse meat scandal
ABP Food Group has temporarily closed its Silvercrest Plant in Ireland in response to the ongoing investigation into horse meat found in frozen beef burgers.
Chobani confirms then denies Canada pull-out
Greek yogurt giant Chobani has confirmed, then denied, that it is pulling out of Canada “for the time being” following the postponement of its nationwide launch in the country.
Big interview: Scott Lerner, founder and CEO Solixir
Solixir CEO: The secret to a successful start-up, slapping consumers in the face, and the rule of six…
If you’ve trudged around any industry trade shows recently, you’ve probably seen your fair share of prototype product concepts targeting the key ‘need states’ created by ‘modern life’: Wake up! (in energizing oranges and reds), Focus! (in royal purple),...
BPA ban close for baby food containers in Maine
The US state of Maine is a step away from banning the use of food contact material bisphenol-A (BPA) in infant formula cans and baby food jars and lids.
Australian cheese listeria outbreak linked to two deaths
A listeria outbreak from cheese in Australia has been linked to the death of two people and has led to 18 cases nationally.
Yoplait targets tweens with Pro-Force Greek yogurt
Yoplait is expanding its portfolio in the fast-growing Greek yogurt sector with a new product targeting tweens.
Food industry to Congress: We're still paying over the odds for sugar...
While US refined sugar prices have dropped since last summer and sugar producers claim the nation is “swimming in sugar”, food manufacturers say prices are still “far above historical norms and about 30% higher than the world market”.
Wondering about Wonder Bread? ‘Brand equity is the best thing going for it by a long shot’, says analyst
Brand equity is the best thing Wonder Bread has going for it by a long shot and future business strategies should hinge on this, an analyst says.
Phosphorus footprint? Shifting dietary habits are complicating a sustainable supply, warn researchers.
Increased use of phosphorus in food products since the 1960s is now putting pressure on the sustainable supply of the essential mineral, warn researchers.
Straight talk
FDI will bring the fresh ideas India desperately needs
As foreign retailers gear up for entry into India now that foreign direct investment is a reality, it is fast becoming clear how the policy has the potential to offer wide-ranging benefits to Indian business as a whole. It just takes an open mind to...
Australia faces beef competition from South America
South American meat exporters took advantage of favourable exchange rates to boost beef exports by 12% last year, according to analysts at Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA).
New open innovation platform targets SMEs and freelance R&D
A new specialist open innovation platform for the food industry launched yesterday, aiming to connect small and medium-sized businesses with highly experienced R&D professionals.
Mengniu brand value plummets in 2012 as the Yili brand soars
Mengniu saw its brand value plummet by more than 30% in 2012, as Chinese public concern over the safety of domestically-manufactured dairy products continued to turn consumers towards ‘safer’ international brands.
Industry should stand poised for breakfast cereal boom in India: Analyst
Manufacturers should stand poised to cash in on India’s burgeoning packaged breakfast cereal market, an analyst says.
Callebaut ups Scandinavian capacity with $36m Carletti acquisitions
Barry Callebaut has acquired Sweden’s ASM Foods from Carletti and has taken over additional operations from Carletti in Demark to up its production capacity in Scandinavia.
Legislators seek info from energy drink manufacturers
Two US senators and a member of the House of Representatives have sent letters to 14 energy drink companies seeking information about their products. The letters ask the companies to respond to detailed questions about their products’ ingredients and...
Canadian milk supplier in the dark over delayed Chobani construction plans
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) has been offered no “further details” of Chobani’s Canadian manufacturing plant construction plans - despite being lined-up to supply the Greek yogurt giant’s proposed new facility.
Wendy’s reports Q4 sales dip
US burger chain Wendy’s has reported a small drop in same-store sales for the fourth quarter of 2012, bringing sales growth for the year down to a modest 1.6%.