Chicago Alderman ‘confident’ of action against energy drinks
The chairman of the Chicago City Council committee discussing highly caffeinated energy drinks is ‘confident’ some sort of action will come out of the hearings.
Archives for March 7, 2013
Oxfam confronts Mondelez, Nestlé and Mars over women’s rights on cocoa farms
Oxfam has called on the three biggest chocolate manufacturers to conduct independent audits on conditions for women on cocoa farms supplying their factories after finding evidence of unequal pay, discrimination and hunger.
Excess salt may drive development of autoimmune diseases: Study
A high intake of dietary salt can amplify and even trigger damaging autoimmune responses that may lead to diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS), researchers warn.
Nestlé: Vitamin and mineral deficiencies account for 10% of global health burden
Better food fortification initiatives are required to tackle the global problem of hidden hunger that accounts for 10% of health costs, a Nestlé-sponsored congress heard in Germany today.
Industry welcomes conclusion of Vion UK sale
The acquisition of Vion’s remaining UK operations has ended several months of speculation and has been broadly welcomed by most in the UK sector.
European study links processed meat to lifespan
A new European study has claimed that eating too much processed meat, such as salami, ham and sausages, can increase the risk of early death from heart disease and cancer.
Formula like gold dust, and shortage will only get worse
In just the first weekend of new regulations designed to prohibit the trafficking of infant formula out of Hong Kong, border patrols had already arrested around 45 traders.
Growth of GM
World's sixth biggest GM grower, China will continue to import soy
As concerns grow for the security of food supplies for its billion-plus population, China—the sixth biggest producer of genetically modified crops—has resolved to continue importing GM soybeans to satisfy domestic demand.
Processed meat linked to premature death: EPIC data
Consumption of processed meat is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, cancer, and premature death, according to new research data from the EPIC study.
Chobani is the perfect example of getting teens in their ‘four screen world’: Marketing expert
The shining star of Greek yogurt, Chobani, has figured out the ‘four screen world’ of teenagers and Millenials, giving food and beverage marketers a case study on how to connect with these key demographics, says a marketing expert.
COMMODITY REPORTS: FAO
Europe drives 4.3% global wheat surge as US drops: FAO
Global wheat production will surge 4.3% for 2013 driven by a strong European and Russian harvest, the FAO says. The US yield is expected to drop 6%.
Australian meat bodies call for FTA agreement with Korea
The Australian meat industry has warned that the stalling of the country’s free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with South Korea could cost the beef industry as much as AU$1.4bn in exports.
Natural halal colours gaining ground in the Middle East, says Sensient
Sensient is making inroads in the Middle Eastern market with a full range of natural, halal-certified colours, the company says.
US industry gives conditional welcome to EU FTA talks
A group of US food and agricultural oganisations has praised the Obama administration for launching free trade negotiations with the EU, but has called for any deal to address barriers to US meat exports.
Aussie battlers
Ready-meal shoppers now given help in counting the calories
A new law has come into force in New South Wales that requires all supermarket ready-to-eat products to display mandatory kilojoule labelling.
Soy industry: FAO protein findings only useful in malnourished populations
The European soy sector says a UN report that found dairy proteins offer a superior amino acid profile to plant proteins is only meaningful for the malnourished.