Tate & Lyle teams up with Sweet Green Fields to widen stevia's reach
Tate & Lyle and stevia supplier Sweet Green Fields have signed an exclusive partnership to develop and distribute new stevia ingredients globally.
Archives for March 20, 2017
Lotus Biscoff Crunchy Biscuit Spread recalled over metal particles
Lotus Bakeries is recalling a batch of more than 90,000 glass jars of Lotus Biscoff Crunchy Biscuit Spread because it may contain small metal particles.
Government survey shows Swiss aren’t eating enough dairy
Switzerland may be famous for its cheese, but a government survey looking at the nation’s nutrition strategy finds its residents aren’t eating enough dairy.
University of Bristol 3-year study results
4 in 5 cases of Campylobacter poisoning in the UK come from contaminated poultry
The School of Veterinary Science at the University of Bristol has published the results from a 3-year study of factors influencing campylobacters in chicken broiler houses.
‘How quickly should health officials notify the public about foodborne illness outbreaks?’
Food safety researchers are calling on public health agencies to develop clear guidelines on when to inform the public about foodborne illness outbreaks.
Allulose low-cal sweetener credentials boosted as glucose control is highlighted
Allulose, a low-calorie, natural sugar could help regulate blood glucose levels as preliminary animal studies have highlighted this rare sugar’s ability to also manage weight gain.
Investors increase pressure to cut antibiotics use
A $2bn coalition of investment firms have issued an antibiotics report as leading financial institutions grow increasingly concerned that overuse of livestock drugs could hit profits.
First ever antibacterial metal surfaces to be trialed in dairy
A European team of researchers led by the University of Parma, is developing what it claims is the first ever fluid‐repellent, antibacterial metal surfaces in the food and beverage industry.
Time to enter World Steak Challenge
The World Steak Challenge is back for 2017 and the competition is starting to heat up already.
Scottish Fisherman’s Federation labels haddock sustainability rating 'vandalism'
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) has downgraded Scottish haddock in response to shortages in the North Sea, prompting fury from fisheries who say the MCS’ actions are unscientific and amount to vandalism.
Smartphone app FoodSwitch shows UK industry is lagging on salt targets
A smartphone app that allows consumers to scan products and suggests healthier alternatives they should buy instead has shown industry is falling behind on national salt reduction targets, according to pressure group Consensus Action on Salt (CASH).
Ex M&S director becomes IFST president
Former Marks & Spencer (M&S) technical director, David Gregory, has become the president of the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST).
Three fish feed producers start partnership
Three aquaculture feed producers from Ireland, the Netherlands and Brazil have joined forces in a strategic partnership to spearhead the trawl for sustainable fish food solutions.
Brazil rocked by rotten meat scandal
Brazil has been engulfed in controversy after police launched a massive raid on the country’s meat processors, some of whom stand accused of corruption and selling rotten meat.