European Commission approves modified deal for Lutosa by McCain
The European Commission (EC) has approved the proposed acquisition of Belgium potato processor Lutosa of by North American giant McCain.
Archives for May 29, 2013
EU Parliament set for June 11 vote on PARNUTS reform
The long-awaited reform of EU rules governing ‘special’ foods like baby and gluten-free foods, is imminent with a June 11 vote to mandate the changes – and most stakeholders satisfied with the likely ratification.
Tate & Lyle full year results sweetened by bulk ingredients
Food ingredients giant Tate & Lyle said it expects another year of profitable growth after the firm posted a 4% rise in full year profits.
Study unlocks trigger for late-night snack cravings
An evolutionary trait that helped predecessors store energy in times of food scarcity may now be the driving factor behind obesity, say researchers studying the reason behind late-night snack cravings.
Long distance shipping breakthrough for fresh salmon
New technology has preserved salmon shipped from Chile to the US without ice or polystyrene in what Global Fresh Foods (GFF), the company spearheading the initiative, describes as an industry first.
H7N9 bird flu threatens global poultry outlook
The outbreak of H7N9 in eastern and central China could threaten the outlook for global poultry sales, according to the latest quarterly poultry report from Rabobank.
Nestle opens advanced pathogen labs
Nestle has declared war on pathogens in the food chain with the opening of what it describes as 'the most advanced laboratories of their kind' to tackle them today (May 30).
Spain implements restrictions on export to Russia
Spanish veterinary authorities have imposed temporary restrictions on the supply of meat and products of animal origin to the Customs Union countries of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan.
Mondelez creates $600m kitty to seize emerging markets
Mondelez International has set aside a $600m warchest over the next three years to cement its position in emerging markets.
Significant action already taken to combat conflicts of interest, says EFSA
EFSA says it has already made significant changes to prevent future conflicts of interests arising, but adds that it will give ‘careful and detailed consideration’ to new recommendations made by the EU Ombudsman.