Ukraine PM steps in to imported meat argument
Ukraine’s Prime Minister has ordered the government to develop and implement tougher controls on meat imports.
Archives for August 15, 2013
French farmers attack EU over egg 'crisis'
Farmers’ associations in France have attacked the European Commission for a 'lack of regulation' that has led to an overproduction of eggs and a drop of prices below production costs.
Heavy coffee consumption linked to increased risk of death in younger people: Study
People under the age of 55 may be at increased risk of ill health and death if they consume high levels of coffee, researchers have suggested.
Zilmax manufacturer takes action over Tyson claims
The producer of a growth-promoting drug, banned by US meat processor Tyson last week, has vowed to investigate the alleged side-effects.
CIS demand boosts Australian beef
Australian beef exports to the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) saw strong growth in July, boosted by demand from Kazakhstan and Russia.
Online food retail growing on the back of food scares
China is witnessing a change of consumer behaviour towards online food sales as a result of a spate of safety scares across the country.
The AHA defrauds consumers by permitting Heart-check logo on foods high in sodium, claims lawsuit vs Campbell Soup, AHA
The American Heart Association (AHA) has fraudulently certified as ‘heart healthy’ scores of products from Campbell Soup that contain far more sodium than the FDA - and the AHA itself - recommends for people on a heart-healthy diet, alleges a lawsuit.
Big interview, Yves Potvin, founder and CEO, Garden Protein (Gardein)
Gardein CEO: 75% of the growth in the frozen meat alternative category last year came from us
Despite all the recent hype about plant-based protein, the frozen meat alternatives category was stuck in a bit of a rut until pretty recently, says the man behind the fastest growing brand in the market.
Software targets prevention of foodborne outbreaks
Software has been created to track and analyze environmental and product testing data to help food processing plants track microbial contaminants and prevent outbreaks.
Does EFSA’s folate-NTD opinion open door to disease claims?
The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) recent backing of folate’s (vitamin B9) ability to reduce the risk of spinal birth defects is a good thing for infant health and the vitamin industry – but is it actually a prohibited disease claim in disguise?...
Uneven distribution increases saltiness of hot snacks: Study
Leyered or otherwise uneven distribution of salt is a 'powerful strategy' to compensate for salt reduction in hot snack foods, and will help manufactures design healthier products while optimising taste, say researchers.
Sartorius finds the balance for weighing food
Sartorius has unveiled a lab balance underlining the importance of reliable and traceable results when weighing in the food industry.
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UPDATE: Mondelez restarts Egyptian operations after conflict prompted closure
Mondelez International has restarted production in Egypt after it temporarily suspended operations due to civil unrest.
Significant growth helps savoury flavours take slice of sweet market, says RTS
The global market for savoury flavours and seasonings has grown by of almost €1.5 billion in the last five years - eating in to the market share of sweet flavours significantly, according to new market data from RTS Resource.
Little seeds, big deeds: Chia's bright bread future
Adding chia seeds to bread recipes significantly increases final product levels of proteins, lipids, ash and dietary fiber, and consumers like it too, according to research.
Petra Foods regroups for premium push in South East Asia
Petra Foods has reported growth in its consumer goods division in its second quarter (Q2) results and says it is planning to capitalize on the growing middle classes in Philippines, Malaysia and Singapore with premium products.