FSA wants to change regulation but vague on details
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) will start a three month trial as it looks to move away from a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to regulation.
Archives for October 17, 2016
Baby food provides most protein in Russia
Russia consumed more baby food per capita than it did meat in 2015, according to London-based data analyst firm Euromonitor International.
Scots call for reformulation as majority admit they ignore advice
The majority of Scottish consumers say they have clear advice on what they should and shouldn’t be eating but many tend to ignore it, according to new research.
Europe’s ‘shocking’ antibiotic problem slammed
The failure of many European countries to end routine overuse of antibiotics in farming has been slammed by experts.
UPDATE: Two killed, one still missing in BASF explosion
Two workers have been killed, one person is still missing and eight have been seriously injured in the explosion at a BASF plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany yesterday.
NTC develops natural, metallic/bitter blocker for ‘potassium salt’
Geneva, Switzerland-based Natural Taste Consulting (NTC) is launching a natural bitter blocker capable of significantly reducing the undesired bitter/metallic taste of potassium salt.
Oil spills: How to combat mineral oils in chocolate
Chocolate makers can thwart carcinogenic mineral oil contamination in products through regular testing, managing cocoa transportation and adding barrier layers in packaging, say scientists.
SIAL, Paris 2016
Crunch time! Propercorn showcases Crunch Corn range in Paris
Propercorn is showcasing its Crunch Corn range for the European market, at SIAL, Paris, this week October (16-20).
Good Housekeeping creates new seal, incubator to identify & help develop healthier products
Media outlet and consumer product evaluation laboratory Good Housekeeping is launching a new nutrition seal and first-of-its kind food brand incubator to help companies create food and beverages that “inspire healthier eating habits” and make it easier...
Contamination sparks Tyson Foods popcorn chicken recall
Tyson Foods has recalled over 1,000 pounds (lb) of frozen popcorn chicken shipped to one US wholesaler after a school found hard plastic in packaging of the product.
Hong Kong still prosecuting only very few food safety complaints
Fewer than 3% of complaints against Hong Kong food vendors have end in prosecution this year, at a time when reports of food-safety violations are increasing.
Australian livestock exporters back trade suspension
Australian livestock exporters have voiced support for temporary suspensions on Malaysian importers that failed to meet animal welfare standards during the country’s Korban festival in September.
Consumers hooked on sustainable fish as global sales pass €4bn mark
A total of $4.6bn (€4.2bn) was spent on 659,399 tonnes of sustainable seafood last year, according the latest data published by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).
Ishida to unveil new X-ray models at Paris trade show
Japanese machinery manufacturer Ishida will unveil its new XI foreign matter detection systems at the Paris trade show All4Pack, running from 14-17 November.
Transparency-One expands supply chain transparency software
Transparency-One has expanded its supply chain transparency software.
SupplySide West 2016
Ingredion reduces sugar by 30% in baked goods with prebiotic fiber
Illinois-based ingredients supplier, Ingredion, has launched a soluble prebiotic fiber that provides fiber and prebiotic benefits and supports sugar and calories reduction efforts for bakeries, while allowing formulators to keep their clean labels.
Disinfection technology sterilises knives without water
UV Safe has developed a knife steriliser for meat producers without the use of water which delivers a 5 log kill in ten seconds.
FoodDrinkEurope promotes healthy eating with new website
Industry trade group FoodDrinkEurope has launched a new website to highlight industry efforts to promote healthier lifestyles.