Dispatches: AACCI annual meeting 2014
Gluten-free NPD knowledge needs to catch up, says Ingredion
Knowledge on gluten-free product development must improve because the bar on quality is higher than ever, says a technical specialist at Ingredion.
Archives for October 14, 2014
Industry 'deeply concerned' by Ebola but no impact on big choc companies yet
Ebola is a huge humanitarian concern for the cocoa and chocolate industry, but contrary to some reports it is not yet having a major business impact for big chocolate players like Mars and Mondelēz.
Bamboo fiber, protein beverages, and gummies: Hydrocolloid expert talks innovative delivery systems
Beverages continue to be one of the hot beds for innovation when it comes to nutrient fortification, with insoluble fiber, nutritional oils, and (of course) protein all catching the eye.
Ebola outbreak threatens West African food security with severe inflation and labour shortages: FAO
The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has launched an appeal for $30m (€23,72m) to support food supply resilience and recovery in the three African countries most affected by the Ebola outbreak, where long-term impacts on food security are a...
Russian pork production expected to grow in 2015
Production of pork in Russia is forecast to increase by close to 6.5% next year, to 2.83 million metric tonnes (mmt), according to the US Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS).
Insights from SupplySide West
‘We think the campaign will definitely have an effect’: GOED on ‘positive messaging’ to change omega-3 conversation
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s’ campaign to promote positive messages about omega-3s has finally launched, but more funds needs to be raised to allow a national roll-out, said GOED’s Adam Ismail.
Med diet may reverse metabolic syndrome – but not prevent it
A Mediterranean diet that includes extra-virgin olive oil or nuts may help to reverse symptoms of metabolic syndrome, but cannot be linked to prevention of developing the condition, a long-term study claims.
Majority of food found safe in Canada
The majority of food samples meet Health Canada safety guidelines and standards, according to a report.
EC considering aid for embargo-hit dairy farmers in Finland, Baltics
The European Commission (EC) is considering financial aid for dairy farmers in Member States hit hard by the Russian embargo, such as Finland and the Baltic states.
EFSA backs non-digestible carbs for sugar reduction
EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has delivered positive opinions for two non-digestible carbohydrate ingredients based on their ability to improve blood glucose response.
China
China pledges millions to support food security, agri-sustainability
China has announced a US$50m donation to the Food and Agriculture Organisation to support the UN body’s programme of "South-South cooperation" to improve food security and promote sustainable agricultural development over the next five years.
US cattlemen’s associations say ‘no’ to supplemental beef checkoff
Forty-five US state cattlemen’s associations have sent a joint letter to agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack, calling for proposals for a supplemental beef checkoff to be abandoned.
HOW SHOULD WINERIES TWEAK PRICES TO OPTIMIZE PROFITS?
Winning in US wine: Pricing to maximize profit, avoid brand equity erosion
The price of a bottle of wine has a critical impact on the positioning and profitability of a wine brand but marketers are often unsure when they should tweak price to optimize profit.
€75M sustainable food fund to reward first-mover food firms
Independent Dutch private equity firm Pulsar Network Capital has launched a €75 million fund targeted at healthy and sustainable food companies.
Special Edition: shelf life
Increasing shelf life in fruit and vegetables
A recent development in food packaging technology can delay the ripening of fruits and vegetables, offering a way to tackle the huge volumes of food waste, according to Cellresin Technologies.
Six turrón ‘nougat’ firms investigated for market rigging in Spain
Spanish authorities have opened disciplinary proceedings against possible anti-competitive practices of half a dozen manufacturers of the country’s traditional almond candy turrón.
Insurance provides assurance against product contamination
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has launched insurance cover for the food and drink industries in the UK, Ireland and Italy.
United Biscuits hungry for impulse channel growth
United Biscuits will take its core savory snack lines on a UK depot tour to engage with retailers on how best to stock and display products in impulse channels.
Australia
Cargill sues Viterra over alleged deception at Australian malt maker
Agribusiness major Cargill has filed a lawsuit against Vittera over alleged deceptive practices at Australia’s largest producer of barley malt, which it bought from the Canada-based grain handler last year.
Tackling toxins: Probiotic yoghurt provides mercury detox
Governments might not want to admit it, but according to a leading academic in microbiology and probiotics, there is demand for probiotic products with detoxification properties that can help protect against uptake of toxic metals such as mercury and...
Ingredion expands ingredients empire with $340m deal to buy Penford Corp
Sweeteners & starches giant Ingredion has expanded its ingredients empire with the acquisition of potato starch specialist Penford in a $340m deal that could close before the end of the year.
Perdue Farms reaches settlement over labelling lawsuit
America poultry firm Perdue Farms and The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) have announced the settlement of two federal court cases, concerning a labelling claim on Perdue’s Harvestland chicken.
Perten Instruments opens Canadian office
Perten Instruments has opened an office in Canada to support efforts, work and customers.