Most stocks and gravies miss salt targets
Stock cubes and gravies contain ‘high and unnecessary’ amounts of hidden salt, according to an analysis from Consensus Action on Salt and Health (CASH).
Archives for December 19, 2013
Probiota 2014, February 4-5, Amsterdam
Probiota 2014: The ultimate pre- and probiotic science-business blend
Probiota 2014 – relocated from Brussels to Amsterdam and organised by NutraIngredients – will bring together the finest scientific and commercial minds operating in the pre- and probiotic sector in a 2-day, 2-stream event.
Brussels to consult on meat ingredient origin labelling
The European Commission is to consult with ministers and MEPs on whether to draft a law insisting that such information must be included on all food products using meat as an ingredient. It follows the release yesterday (Tuesday) of a report on origin...
Gut reaction: Zero-calorie sweeteners produce same response as water
Consumption of zero-calorie artificial sweeteners in a drink may have an identical effect on gut responses as water, according to newly published human data.
EU seeks to ban farm animal cloning
The European Commission has proposed a ban on cloning of farm animals and the use of their meat and milk for food.
Campden BRI Food Labelling Seminar January 30
FIC Regulation: ‘The pressure is on’
Campden BRI, food and drink research and services, has seen a surge in companies looking for advice on the European Union’s Food Information to Consumers (FIC) Regulation and how to comply with the impending deadline.
Hershey to acquire iconic Chinese confectionery firm
Hershey Netherlands B.V. has signed an agreement to acquire an 80% stake in Chinese confectionery and snack firm Shanghai Golden Monkey Food Company (SGM) - and the remaining 20% in 2015.
Ukraine sees big jump in poultry and meat exports
Ukraine’s meat exports rose by almost 60% year-on-year in the first 10 months of 2013.
EFSA evaluation of molecular typing for foodborne pathogens
There are no current molecular or phenotypic typing methods for foodborne pathogens that matched up to all pre-defined criteria, according to an EU scientific opinion.