Chicken strip products recalled due to ‘quality issues’
Oberto’s Brands is recalling 57,578 pounds of chicken strip products due to quality issues, according to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS).
Archives for August 11, 2014
Russian meat industry looks favourably on impact of sanctions
Trade restrictions on meat imports, put in place by the Russian government last week, should have a positive impact on the domestic meat industry, according to representatives of the Russian meat industry.
Interview with John Eldridge, 30-year CPG industry vet and Guiding Stars strategy consultant
Don’t underestimate Millennials’ influence on the consumer landscape
As the largest generation since the Baby Boomers, Millennials are no doubt leaving their mark on the way we as a society shop for and consume food.
High-acid drinks can permanently damage young people’s teeth: Study
Drinks with high acidic content can cause a permanent damage to teeth within the first 30 seconds of consumption, an Australian study has found.
Majority of adults need to double fruit and vegetable intake
A serious shortfall in the consumption of fruit and vegetables worldwide means that most adults need to eat double their current amounts to meet WHO dietary recommendations, finds a new global study.
‘All natural’ reduced calorie chocolate can match sugar counterpart, say researchers
A formula using stevia leaves and peppermint gives a fully natural-sweetened chocolate that has a similar taste and mouthfeel to a sugar counterpart but with 44% fewer calories, according to research.
Fria expands into Ireland
Scandinavian frozen free-from player Fria expands into Ireland as part of its ongoing European growth strategy.
Marel launches waterproof box labeller
Processing equipment specialist Marel has revealed a new waterproof box labeller.
Understanding the Challenges of the Food System grant winner
Public reaction to horse meat to be analysed through social media
Social media data surrounding the horse meat incident will be analysed by Cardiff University researchers to see how rumours spread and measure public engagement.
Döhler says ‘aloe’ to 'extraordinary' South African extracts
German natural ingredients behemoth Döhler is lining up what it is calling an, “extraordinary extract portfolio” of South African ingredients after forming a joint venture with local supplier Afriplex.
3M outlines food safety evolution
While food safety technology is constantly evolving, the need for speed and accuracy remains constant.
Intelligent design: eAgile launches RFID smart packaging
The company’s eSeal RFID packaging technology is designed to increase the security of food products, and facilitate traceability.
Firms must have clear sight across entire supply chains, says Crimson & Co
Retailers need to take more responsibility over their supply chains or face regulation, according to the section head of a supply chain consultancy firm.
Biosensor tested as pathogen screening device
An in-situ fluorescent immunomagnetic sensor approach has been developed as a pathogen screening tool.