Dangerous dozen: WHO lists threats to public health
Food poisoning bacteria feature in a World Health Organization (WHO) list of pathogens that pose the greatest threat to human health due to antibiotic resistance.
Archives for March 2, 2017
New food safety rules for butchers
New rules simplifying food safety management in small retail businesses, including butcheries, have been proposed by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Campbell Soup Co.’s GMO disclosure could serve as model for national label
Drawing on extensive consumer research, The Campbell Soup Co.’s GMO disclosure labels on packs and online could serve as a model for USDA in crafting the mandatory national bioengineering label standard and other companies looking for solutions.
Meat trends: Change for production-ruling China
China will dominate the global meat industry up to 2020, but transition will see pork production reshaped, poultry hit by trade restrictions and beef challenged by a rocky road.
Australia
Woolworths relies on food sales to claw way back to respectability
As Woolworths’ fortunes continue to improve, the supermarket chain is now reporting that food sales had been driving its rebound.
Walnut fatty acids could boost sperm potency: Mice study
The polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) contained in walnuts might improve sperm quality as findings support previous evidence suggesting the nut contains key nutrients essential for sperm function.
Danish Crown buys UK foodservice business
Danish Crown has swooped on long-standing UK foodservice business Leivers Brothers, acquiring the Nottingham-based firm for an undisclosed sum.
FrieslandCampina looking to sell its Riedel business
Dutch dairy cooperative Royal FrieslandCampina is looking to sell its fruit juices and drinks manufacturer Riedel to focus on its dairy portfolio.
European Commission develops nanomaterial measurement technique
EU scientists have announced a promising new method for characterising nanoparticles, such as titanium dioxide, which can be used on food and feed ingredients, according to a new European Commission study.
Food Vision: Insights and highlights from day one in London
Food Vision kicked off yesterday with insights from innovation specialists and trailblazing startups. Join our team of editors as we discuss the key take-away's and highlights from the first day.
Bonamar launches irradiated crab meat
Bonamar Corporation has partnered with Gateway America to launch crab meat products that have been irradiated.
One farmer adds balance to the public discussion about GMOs by sharing their sustainability benefits
Contrary to what some may believe, farmers who grow genetically modified crops are “not the devil with horns,” and do have the planet’s and consumers’ health and best interests in mind when they select which seeds to plant and harvest, a Maryland farmer...
BOBO's raises $8m, expects revenues to double in 2017
Baked oat bar brand BOBO’s could double revenues in 2017 (vs 2016) if it continues on its current growth trajectory, says the CEO of the Boulder-based brand, which has just raised $8m in a Series A funding round led by Boulder Investment Group Reprise...
Ranchers: Trump’s Interior Sec pick is ‘great news’
US President Donald Trump has picked Ryan Zinke to be Secretary of the Interior, a move two bodies representing livestock interests have claimed is “great news” for cattle producers.
Ozo wants to make effective hygiene simpler to achieve
Ozo Innovations has launched a single step cleaning and disinfection system which it claims will make food factory hygiene more robust and sustainable.
Australian research
Nano-polluters could be engineered to clean up contaminated land
Controversial nanoparticles that are widely considered a pollutant are now being studied for their range of agricultural uses.
Bonduelle reports dip in margins after ‘difficult harvests’ despite stable turnover
The French vegetable producer, due to make a major acquisition in the US next year, this morning reported a drop in its margins but said its profitability and activity are still in line with targets.
Be warned: obesity plans make for easy targets
The UK's childhood obesity strategy has been criticised again – this time in an analysis published in the British Medical Journal. Will all this flak put other EU countries off the idea?
Six measures to slash obesity among immigrant children in Australia: Academics call for action
A number public policy, health and community measures have been identified by researchers in Australia to help reduce rising obesity rates among child immigrants.
Dateline Southeast Asia
Win a boy band: Thailand’s drinks draw silly season gets under way
As temperatures begin soaring in Thailand, pulses will also start racing among soft drinks buyers tantalised by the big name prizes on offer once again this season, including cars and opportunities to meet their favourite boy bands.
First wave of food and nutrition experts confirmed for Food Vision Asia summit
A stellar line-up of speakers has been announced for the second Food Vision Asia summit being held in Singapore – while food start-ups and entrepreneurs are being urged to enter our Trailblazer’s contest so they can share the stage with Asia’s key food...
Asia leads the way in global coffee growth
Three of the four fastest-rising retail coffee markets are in Asia, with global leader Indonesia having witnessed 19.6% growth over each of the last five years.