Croatian group eyes new meat processing plant, but EU support in jeopardy
Croatian food conglomerate Žito Group is planning to build three new meat processing facilities and a packaging plant in the north east of the country.
Archives for October 19, 2016
Europe’s China-bound pork exports set to fall
Analysts warn Europe’s share of lucrative pork exports to China will fall as competition from the Americas - driven by Canada's drug-free pig herd - puts pressure on EU trade.
Eating processed meat may cause headaches
US scientists have claimed that the nitrate found in processed meats, such as bacon, may be the cause of migraines.
SIAL, Paris 2016
Valio ValSa contains 50% less salt than ordinary margarine spreads and cheeses
Valio lactose free milk powders; sodium reduced Valio ValSa cheese and spread; Play children’s yogurts with less sugar and Valio Better light spread have been recognized by SIAL for its innovation.
Nestlé lowers full-year sales outlook
Nestlé has lowered its full year outlook from 4.2% to 3.5% as it feels the effect of a deflationary market.
Glamorous grannies and seaweed find unlikely success at SIAL
Is it possible to make algae and grandmothers seem glamorous? Brittany-based entrepreneur Christine Le Tennier says so as she launches a seaweed tapenade that taps into the trend for 'modern nostalgia'.
New UK targets include 55% carbon cut and zero waste
UK food manufacturers have committed to cut carbon emissions by 55% by 2025 and to send zero waste to landfill by the end of this year.