Concern over EU easing of Brazilian beef restrictions
Scottish meat bosses have expressed concern over the potential slackening of European trade restrictions on Brazilian beef, which they fear could lead to price falls.
Archives for January 23, 2013
Big boys bulk up: World’s Top 5 brewers turn screw on local players
A recent M&A wave in brewing means that ‘global giants’ AB InBev, SAB Miller, Heineken, Carlsberg and CR Snow are piling the pressure on local players, particularly in markets such as China.
Deal will enable us to expand platform and enter new markets - Alchemy
Alchemy Systems has said that its acquisition by a private equity group will allow the firm to expand its training platform and enter new markets.
Cargill and Arasco agree Middle East joint venture
Cargill has said it intends to create a new sweeteners and starches joint venture in Saudi Arabia with agri-business firm Arasco, saying it will give the company a foothold in the fast-growing Middle East and North African market.
Russia imposes ban on German chilled meats
Russia has banned imports of all chilled pork, beef and poultry from Germany, the country’s veterinary services announced this week.
Meat recalled due to labelling error
C & H Meat Company has recalled almost 80,000 pounds of marinated pork and chicken products as they contain monosodium glutamate (MSG) which is not declared on the label.
‘No room for complacency’ warns Unilever chief, as sales and profits rise
Unilever has warned of intense competition and volatile commodity costs but reported increased sales and profit in the fourth quarter, with double-digit growth in emerging markets.
Bayn Europe and Barentz Group sign stevia agreement
Bayn Europe and the Barentz Group have signed a long-term cooperation agreement for the supply and distribution of Eureba-brand stevia extract blends.
Future looks brighter for infrared analysis
FOSS is engaged in a 15m kroner research project focusing on developing a much brighter form of infrared light for routine analysis in food and feed production.
‘Indulgence without guilt’ driving ice cream innovation – Cosucra
Increasing public concern about health and weight management has led to demand for ice cream products that allow consumers to “indulge without guilt”, Belgian ingredients manufacturer Cosucra has claimed.
Industry making progress on public health goals, but more work to do, says UK minister
Industry members signed up to the UK government’s package of responsibility deals are making good progress, but there are far too many firms that are not playing a role, warns the UK health minister Anna Soubry.