Moy Park profits bounce back
European poultry processor Moy Park has reported a significant recovery in earnings for 2012 despite tough market conditions.
Archives for May 2, 2013
Europe must learn from the US on stevia, says Mintel
While stevia products have boomed in Europe, manufacturers should follow the US trend of blends if growth is to continue, a Mintel analyst says.
Reformulation revolution: Trans fatty acids records big drop in UK foods since 2007
A UK government survey has found levels of trans fats in a range of processed foods has fallen considerably since 2007 thanks to industry reformulation efforts.
Australia halts livestock exports to Egypt
Australia’s livestock export industry has voluntarily suspended exports to Egypt after video footage showed “extreme” animal cruelty at abattoirs in the country.
Surge in Brazilian beef exports
More than 250,000 tonnes of chilled and frozen beef was exported from Brazil in the first three months of 2013, which was over a third up on last year.
E-beam tech on oysters can reduce foodborne illness, says study
Electron beam pasteurization of raw oysters can significantly reduce food poisoning, according to research from Texas A&M University.
Study suggests compatibility between organic and health claims
Organic food brands should not be afraid of using health claims to market their products, as a new study suggests the two concepts are not as incompatible as the industry may fear.