CFIA investigates “possible link” in E.coli outbreak
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is trying to establish if there is a link between a current E.coli outbreak from burgers produced at the same facility it investigated in December.
Archives for February 21, 2013
Consumer insights: Convenience and quality, not price, are driving purchase decisions
The convenience, quality, and ethical considerations of a product are all more important than a low price for more than 75% of consumers, according to new market data from the UK.
‘Sugar-free’ and ‘diet’ sodas linked to diabetes: Study
Consumption of ‘light’ or ‘diet’ sodas may be linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabtes, according to new research.
Special edition: Omega-3
Finished product fortification: Tackling the challenges of omega-3 in processed foods
Omega-3 is the undisputed champion of the supplement and health food world. Yet its translation into everyday food products is slow and challenging because of the complex interactions that need to be tracked in a finished food, say experts.
Russian consumer rights body lays down challenge over meat quality control
The powers held by Russian veterinary watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor over the quality control of meat in Russia are being challenged. Gennady Onishchenko, chief sanitary inspector at Rospotrebnadzor (Federal Service on Surveillance for Consumer Rights...
Russians hit back at EU complaint to WTO
EU veterinary services should have better control over the quality of meat products, rather than submitting complaints on their trading partners, according to the heads of the Russian veterinary watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor.
Welfare body expresses horsemeat concerns
Concern about horsemeat found in processed "beef" food products across Europe has been raised by a Europe-wide animal welfare organisation.
Thermo Fisher Scientific unveils efficient pathogen test system
Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched a pathogen detection system that it claims delivers test efficiencies for food safety laboratories testing for common bacterial pathogens.
Ultra-fine wheat bran plugs health and can improve texture and structure, says Limagrain
Limagrain Céréales Ingrédients (LCI) has extended its fibre range with a new ultra-fine wheat bran ingredient that it says can improve structure, texture and nutrition in a broad range of food and beverages.