Higher meat production costs to filter to US consumers
A 10% decrease in US pork supply, coupled with droughts in California, look set to hit American consumers in the wallet, according to a professor at Texas Tech University.
Archives for May 26, 2014
European Commission gives approval for meat preservative
The European Commission has approved the use of ethyl lauroyl arginate (E-243) as a preservative in most heat-treated meat products in the 28-country European Union (EU). But the Commission has retained a ban on its use in emulsified sausages, smoked...
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Japan
Mizkan agrees deal to buy Unilever’s Ragu and Bertoli brands
Japan’s Mizkan Group has signed a deal with Conopco, the Unilever subsidiary, under which it will acquire the Ragu and Bertolli pasta sauce brands for JPY215bn (US$2.15bn).
Iran increases poultry production to avoid social unrest
In 1392 – the Iranian year equivalent to 21 March 2013 to 20 March 2014 – Iran produced 2.15 million tonnes (mt) of poultry, a rise of about 12% year-on-year, according to official statistics. Active support from the state has made this growth possible,...
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'Adolescents don't know what they're drinking': Energy drinks study warns
Australian academics warn that young adolescents can easily identify energy drinks brands such as Red Bull or Monster, but are unaware of key ingredients including caffeine, guarana and taurine, and in comments that should serve as a wake-up call for...
Justice OKs Ardent Mills venture with caveats
The US Department of Justice will allow the formation of Ardent Mills, the largest US flour miller, to proceed if the companies involved sell four competitively significant mills. The massive venture would combine the flour milling assets of ConAgra...
Zeelandia CEO: Turkey's ‘inspiring’ economy prime for bakery NPD
The Zeelandia Group will invest several million euros into modernizing production in Turkey – an ‘inspiring’ economy brimming with new product development opportunities in bread and pastry, its CEO says.
POIG sets new benchmark for responsible palm oil
A new set of indicators set out by the NGO-backed Palm Oil Innovation Group (POIG) aims to take responsible palm sourcing to a new level.
French research 'concern' as court dismisses case against GM-activists
French researchers have expressed 'serious concern' at a recent decision by a court to clear 54 activists who destroyed 70 experimental genetically modified (GM) grapevines in 2010.
Irish dairy group beefs up African ingredients presence
The opening last week of a regional development and application centre in Durban, South Africa, signals a clear intent by Kerry Foods to ramp up its focus on the fast growing sub-Saharan African region.
Pork DNA found in two halal Cadbury Malaysia chocolate batches
Cadbury Malaysia, part of Mondelez International Inc, has recalled two batches of halal chocolate which tested positive for traces of pork DNA.
R&R Ice Cream boasts 'unique presence' through Australian Peters deal
Europe's largest private label ice cream manufacturer R&R has acquired Australian rival Peters Food Group - a deal that gives it a "unique presence in the European and Australian markets."
New Zealand
Study finding water fluoridation does not lower IQ sparks fierce row
Adding fluoride to water does not lower one’s IQ, according to controversial new research from Otago University in New Zealand.
'We need more time': SFA calls for 4-6 years on Nutrition Facts panel overhaul
The two-year proposed window for manufacturers to change nutrition labeling is not enough, snack makers need four to six years, says the CEO of the Snack Food Association (SFA).
Pulling back the lid on the Greek yogurt trend
Dannon: There's almost nowhere Greek yogurt can't go
Greek yogurt has long been edging its way beyond the refrigerated aisles and into everything from coated snacks to bars, to baking chips and frozen yogurt. With that, the competitive landscape has grown increasingly crowded, with big names including...
Thick and creamy: Health claims hurdles leading to an uptake in 'sensory claims'
The challenges of attaining a positive health claim opinion from EFSA is driving many manufacturers to explore the use of sensory claims to entice consumers, says Leatherhead Food Research.
Ammonia leak shutters produce plant
A produce processing plant has evacuated more than 100 staff, and sent 14 to the hospital, due to a possible ammonia leak.
Producer takes swift action in 7-ton hummus recall
A hummus producer explains the company’s quick reaction to a positive Listeria test and lessons learned in its first-ever recall.
Investec on hunt for entrepreneur of the year
Bank and market analyst Investec has launched a hunt to find a food or drink business that has reinvented its category to crown its ‘Food & Drink entrepreneur of the year’.
IFST Jubilee conference
IFST conference paints ‘multi-coloured’ picture of food industry
The Institute of Food Science and Technology’s Jubilee conference offered something for everyone involved in food production and research and painted a multi-coloured picture of the industry.
Stressed? Try some dark chocolate, say Swiss scientists
Fifty grams of dark chocolate a couple of hours before a stressful event may blunt the rise in stress hormones, says a new study from Switzerland.