Food Safety Week 16-22 June
Campylobacter concerns in Food Safety Week
More than 80% of people in Northern Ireland don't know the name of the bug that is the most common cause of food poisoning, according to a survey.
Archives for June 17, 2014
Researchers urge caution in use of protein nanostructures
More research on the cytotoxicity of protein nanostructures is needed and proponents should weigh the risks carefully before introducing particles into foods, particularly on novel nanostructures, claim researchers.
UK/China beef and lamb deal expected on official visit
The UK is hopeful that a deal can be done with China, which would see its beef and lamb exported to the country for the first time in 30 years.
H.J. Heinz company recalls product due to packaging defect
A H.J. Heinz company has recalled spaghetti in tomato sauce because of a packaging defect which may cause the inside tin layer to fail and affect the food.
Premier Foods proposes powdered product deal
Premier Foods has launched a joint venture with Specialty Powders to process and pack powdered drinks and desserts at its Knighton factory in Staffordshire, home to its Bird’s, Angel Delight and Marvel brands.
EU pesticide bans: 'Overzealous' regulation threatens food security, claim ag bodies
Over-regulation in EU farming is threatening crop production, meaning the UK is falling behind overseas pesticide-using competitors, agricultural bodies warn.
‘Hey good lookin’ Limey!’ Tesco predicts beauty beverage boom as Bella Berry causes stir
Tesco’s top soft drinks buyer has tipped collagen-based beauty drinks for the top despite the lack of EFSA-approved health claims in the area, after startup Bella Berry caused a stir last week in London.
Thermo Scientific expands offerings in $14bn food safety testing market
The analytical technology company is launching a number of products geared toward food safety and quality, including a gas chromatography/mass spectrometry unit designed to deliver fast results.
Foster Farms reveals efforts against Salmonella
Foster Farms has invested $75m to reduce Salmonella in chicken parts as it battles an outbreak linked to its products that has sickened almost 600 people.
Euromonitor: Health concerns could slow breakfast biscuit boom
Breakfast biscuit makers should reduce sugar and calorie content and develop healthier variants if they want to secure continued growth, says Euromonitor International.
Date palm: Eco-efficient and functional, claim researchers
The natural sweetness and antioxidant properties of dates could add value to dairy, pastry and meat products, and would reduce waste of a fruit that was not being eaten fresh, Spanish researchers say.