Burton’s Biscuits profits soar ahead of proposed sale
UK’s number two biscuit firm Burton’s has recorded profit growth in its full-year 2012 results ahead of a possible sale.
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SGS boosts presence in “growing” UK market
SGS has strengthened its environmental and industrial operations in the UK, describing the market as “very important” and predicted future growth in the region.
Iran takes action on red meat imports
Iran’s food security has been damaged by a dramatic surge in meat imports, which have increased by 20 times over the past eight years, according to a report from the country’s National Food Agency.
Scotch Beef gains Hong Kong deal
Scotch Beef PGI has been launched at a major premium Hong Kong supermarket’s flagship store, as a result of a Scottish visit to HOFEX earlier this year.
EU pesticide ban will block 'profitable' vegetable oil crushing, says Raisio
The EU decision to ban widely used neonicotinoid insecticides from December 1st will seriously damage profit potential for vegetable oil crushing in Finland, says Raisio.
7-year gap: New nutrition concepts for a new elderly generation
The ageing population remains under-served in terms of functional food and drink products, says Euromonitor's Diana Cowland, despite 'elderlies' living longer and healthier than ever before.
Food industry must bring sustainability into the heart of business, says Euromonitor
The food and drink sector is at the heart of sustainability issues ‘whether it likes it or not’, according to a Euromonitor analyst.
Consumer demands fuel inspection advances
According to Eagle Product Inspection, consumer demands and growing awareness of safety issues drive technology in the area.
CASH boss slams government health campaigns
The government’s voluntary Public Health Responsibility Deal (PHRD) may not yet be dead, but it is clearly in need of intensive care, according to the chairman of Consensus Action on Salt & Health (CASH) Professor Graham MacGregor.
Scientists reveal why trendy “cronut” burger made 223 ill
Maple bacon jam on cronut burgers has sickened 223 people in Canada after they were found to be tainted with Staphylococcus aureus toxin.
Cross contamination risk from washing raw chicken
Washing raw chicken is still common despite the risk of cross contamination and spreading foodborne pathogens such as Salmonella and Campylobacter, according to US researchers.