DS Smith explores consumers’ response to Retail Ready Packaging
Manufacturers across Europe are being asked to take part in pioneering research into consumers’ response to Retail Ready Packaging (RRP).
Archives for June 25, 2013
Water soluble vitamin K2 form targets ‘significant demand for K2 in food products, especially beverages’
A new water soluble vitamin K2 powder could satisfy the demand for vitamin K2 in food and beverage products, with the suppliers stating that the ingredient has ‘no organoleptic impact and is odorless’.
District court will not dismiss Hershey antioxidant labeling suit
Hershey will face a class action lawsuit alleging it misled consumers through antioxidant labeling claims after a US court refused to consider its protective order as part of an attempt to dismiss the case.
Grupo Bimbo must consider the US gluten-free boom, analyst warns
Grupo Bimbo must take heed of the booming gluten-free trend as it moves to invest heavily in the US market, says an analyst.
NO 'CAUSAL CONNECTION' PROVEN: MONSTER BEVERAGE CORPORATION
Mother sues Monster Energy over death of son, 19
The mother of a US teenager yesterday sued Monster Beverage Corporation alleging that his death in 2012 following a cardiac arrhythmia was a direct result of his drinking Monster Energy.
Pleasure from food can be seen in the eyes, researchers find
The pleasure derived from eating certain foods may be seen in the eyes – a finding that could help food scientists develop tasty foods that without the ‘side effect’ of excessive calories, according to a small study published in the journal Obesity.
Punchbowl quizzes its party planners to dig deeper into snacking trends
Findings from a new survey of 2,000 active users of top party planning site Punchbowl could help snack firms gain a deeper insight into the habits and preferences of party hosts, claims the firm.
Olive powder could combat E.coli on hamburgers
Olive powder and other plant compounds are being studied to see if they have the ability to combat foodborne pathogens on hamburgers.
British dairy supply chain a ‘global leader’ in terms of environmental sustainability: Industry report
The British dairy supply chain – comprising farmers, processors and retailers – is a “global leader” in terms of environmental sustainability, an industry-funded report has claimed.
SPECIAL FEATURE: Who is best qualified to provide nutrition counseling? RDs? MDs? a CNS? You or me?
Who is best qualified to provide nutritional counseling? A registered dietitian? A medical doctor? A nutritionist? A nutrition scientist? A sports scientist? You or me?
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Audits are not just about ticking boxes, says LRQA
Audits are not just about ticking boxes and companies need to show a systematic and preventive approach to ensure food safety, according to LRQA.
Fat replacement trend drives European demand for emulsifiers
Europe is the world’s biggest market for food emulsifiers as food manufacturers have ramped up fat reduction efforts, according to a new report from RnRMarketResearch.
Private label ‘perfect storm’ will not shake snacks, says Euromonitor
There’s a perfect storm brewing for private label across Europe, but big brand strength will shelter snack makers, says Euromonitor.
General Mills unveils revamped Yoplait Greek yogurt as consumers were ‘not fully satisfied’ with the old one... and Chobani unveils new products
General Mills is launching a new version of Yoplait Greek yogurt after learning that “many consumers were not fully satisfied with the fruit on the bottom and aftertaste of its current Greek offering”, says the firm.
ALL INTERNATIONAL BREWERS FACE SAME THREAT: HEINEKEN
Heineken ‘absolutely on top’ of fake beer threat after Vietnam gang bust
Heineken insists it is ‘absolutely on top’ of the counterfeiting issues that can appear in emerging markets, after a Vietnamese gang producing fake Tiger and Heineken was busted last week.
LycoRed develops new tomato-derived red colours to replace carmine
LycoRed has developed new shades of its tomato-derived lycopene red colouring, which it says are similar to those from insect-derived carmine.
Food supply chain reps back plan to halve EU food waste by 2020
Food industry representatives from across the European food supply chain have pledged to halve edible food waste in the EU by 2020, in a declaration signed in Brussels on Tuesday.
Kemin targets sports nutrition products with tea polyphenols
Sports nutrition formulations have a new option for products targeting exercise recovery as Kemin introduces a proprietary formula of polyphenols to help overcome soreness and fatigue.
Indian beer drinkers want ‘bang for buck’: Carlsberg on new Tuborg Booster Strong
Carlsberg tells BeverageDaily.com that Indian consumers expect ‘bang for buck’ with higher alcohol beers, as it launches the world’s first fruit-flavored strong beer tailored to the nation’s tastes, Tuborg Booster Strong.