Grain production to reach record levels in 2013, says FAO
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has said that grain harvests are set to reach record levels in 2013, and wheat production is forecast to recover from last year’s reduced level.
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Yakult ordered to pull Olympics-themed advert in UK over health claims breach
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has slapped a ban on the broadcast of a Yakult TV advert, ruling that the ad implied there was a health advantage to drinking the product, without using a relevant, authorised health claim.
Live report from Vitafoods
Is 'food fear' a new driver for consumer choice?
The way French consumers are choosing food products has changed, with many now basing purchase decisions on their fears about food and the best way to avoid those fears, according to information presented at Vitafoods today.
Major European retailers urge support of Brazilian non-GM soy
Major retailers from five European countries have urged greater support of non-GM soy production in Brazil, as increased demand for genetically modified (GM) soy from China risks diminishing non-GM supply.
FAO touts edible insects as ‘valuable sources of nutrition’
Insects could play a vital role in food security in the coming decades – but disgust remains a barrier for consumers in many Western countries, according to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
Natra to source 100% certified cocoa by 2020
Spanish-based chocolate and cocoa ingredients firm Natra has committed to sourcing 100% certified cocoa by 2020.
Russia forecast to double meat export value
Russia will double the value of its of meat exports by 2017, according to a new report from analytical agency Restko.
UK welfare group increases pressure for access to port
UK animal welfare campaigners are stepping up a campaign in a bid to monitor the live exports of animals to Europe.