Barilla expands into Saudi’s nascent pasta market
Pasta brand Barilla will expand into Saudi Arabia in partnership with Mayar Foods as its distributor.
Archives for February 15, 2017
False Salmonella information, Moldovan support and dairy seizures
FoodQualityNews understands our readers are global and speak many languages so we are trialling a monthly round-up from food safety agencies wider than the English-speaking ones.
UK misses 100% sustainable palm oil target
The UK failed to achieve a commitment to source 100% sustainable palm oil by the end of 2015, according to new data published by the government.
Gluten-free staple identified as toxic metal contributor: Study
Rice flour, a staple ingredient used in commercial gluten-free products, has been suggested to contain increased levels of toxic metals linked to heart and brain disorders.
EU Parliament passes CETA trade deal
MEPs have voted in favour of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU and Canada in Strasbourg today with 408 votes in favour and 254 against.
ISO forms committee to create uniform traceability
An ISO project committee has been formed to develop a uniform traceability standard.
MEP urges Commission to tighten up laws on misleading labels
The use of misleading images of blood oranges on coloured orange juice cartons has been called into question by Giovanni La Via, MEP, saying it is “not fair for the consumers”.
Brazilian meat giant's foodservice web drive
BRF Europe has launched an online foodservice platform as the Brazilian-owned meat giant pumps resources into a new strategy to expand in Europe’s growing foodservice market.
World Butchers’ Challenge wants more competition
Butchers from around the world have been invited to enter the next World Butchers’ Challenge and compete against the very best.
Groups call for deep revision or outright rejection of FDA fiber guidance
FDA’s draft guidance on dietary fiber should be significantly amended or tossed out altogether, according to industry trade groups. But at least one company that has been affected by the process believes it adds value to the marketplace.