Six sickened by botulism linked to dried salted fish
Germany and Spain have reported six cases of foodborne botulism from dried salted fish.
Archives for January 3, 2017
Raisio chief resigns: ‘Time for new adventures’ after 36 quarters of continuous growth
Raisio chief executive officer Matti Rihko tells us he is moving onto a new venture later this year and was proud to have overseen Raisio’s transition from a challenged regional player into a “profitable international brandhouse” in his 10 years at the...
Food trend predictions for 2017
Clean and ethical labels alongside intelligent packaging and the demand for organic produce are some of the key trends likely to dominate the food industry this year.
Asian mothers on a ‘seafood-noodle’ diet at reduced risk of gestational diabetes: Study
Researchers have demonstrated a significant association between a seafood and noodle-based dietary pattern and the reduced likelihood of gestational diabetes.
E.coli concern sparks Gold Medal Packing recall
New York-based Gold Medal Packing Inc has recalled over two tonnes of boneless veal products that may be contaminated with E.coli O26 and O45
China direct
Craft brews should stand out in China’s stagnating beer market
Riding on a trend towards premiumisation, craft beer, though still a very small market in China, is likely to continue gaining considerable share and should enjoy remarkable performance.
Eurofins expands environmental testing in Brazil
Eurofins Scientific has acquired ASL Análises Ambientais (ASL) to become one of the largest environmental testing service providers in Brazil.
CP Foods thaws US with $1bn Bellisio takeover
Thailand’s Charoen Pokphand Foods (CP Foods) has flexed its financial muscles with a $1.075bn takeover of frozen specialist Bellisio Foods and a 33% stake in Poland’s SuperDrob.
Pay more, waste less: Scottish food study
Research by the University of Aberdeen in Scotland suggests that while food price hikes have reduced the amount bought by the public, an equal reduction in food waste has kept overall food intake constant.
Barry Callebaut completes acquisition of Mondelēz’s Côte D’Or plant
Barry Callebaut has completed its acquisition of a chocolate plant from Mondelēz International, which produces Côte D’Or.
Top news stories from the festive holiday
US tariffs on European Union (EU) meat exports, mergers and a string of avian influenza outbreaks are just some of the biggest stories you may have missed over the holiday season.
Ancient Nutrition makes bone broth more convenient as a protein powder
Ancient Nutrition takes the burgeoning bone broth category in a new direction by bringing it into the well established and wildly successful protein powder segment with the creation of a more versatile Bone Broth Protein powder.
How estate-produced Crown Maple grew from selling from a small cart to becoming a national brand
Maple syrup has long been a staple in American pantries, but increased demand for clean label products means consumers today are much more discriminating when it comes to choosing which brand they’d welcome in their households.
Tio Gazpacho gears up for significant expansion in 2017
Drinkable organic soup brand Tio Gazpacho is gearing up for a significant expansion in 2017 as it starts to reap the benefits of partnerships with General Mills and Michelin-Starred Chef José Andrés, and prepares to launch a new, lower-priced line...
Can Asia rival Latin America as the world’s fortified food hotspot?
The demand for ‘clean label’ products, especially in North America and Europe, is continuing to affect consumers’ acceptance of fortified foods, meaning manufacturers should focus their efforts on Asia, Latin America and Africa.
Exclusive interview
How Australia’s omega-3 map will feed frenzied fatty acid research
“We are building it while we’re flying it,” says William Harris, the distinguished American omega-3 researcher, of a mapping project to find out the true level of omega-3s in Australians’ blood, at a time when three-quarters of the population are...
Aussie infant nutrition firm Bubs targets Asia growth after stock market flotation
Bubs, an Australian infant formula and nutrition firm, has launched on the Australian stock exchange after raising $5.15m in a share deal.
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Edible insect industry group set up to support Southeast Asia
In the last few years, dozens of edible insect start-ups have popped up in western countries to supply a new wave of interest in bugs as food. This market is now in need of regulation, promotion and support.
Scandalous! Consumers jaded by food scandal media coverage
Media coverage of food scandals affects consumption, but desensitisation and the force of consumer habits may present challenges for food regulators, according to researchers.
Kids start the day with big sugar-kick; breakfast cereals highlighted
Children in England consume almost three cubes of sugar at breakfast, according to new research that puts cereal brands in the spotlight once again.
Is DG SANTE ignoring the science on trans fats?
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The EU’s health policy should be aimed at improving the health of its citizens. That would normally be taken as a given. However, the European Commission’s recently released Roadmap on Trans Fats falls short in this regard.