Fruit and veg can lower blood pressure according to reviewers
Increasing potassium-rich natural foods in the diet could reduce blood pressure and thus, cardiovascular and kidney disease, according to a review conducted in the US.
Archives for April 5, 2017
Palm oil and cocoa commitments undermined by poor regulation
Food manufacturers are struggling to tackle deforestation because of failures by governments both at home and overseas, according to candid interviews with a number of high-profile firms.
Mexico preparing export push if NAFTA fails
The Mexican government has begun preparing for a “negative outcome” should the North American Free Trade Association (NAFTA) crumble, according to Rabobank.
Ingredia and La Prosperité Fermière partner with WWF France on sustainability
French company Ingredia and its parent group, the cooperative Prosperité Fermière, have signed a strategic partnership with WWF France to reduce the impacts and negative environmental factors of dairy production.
Chr. Hansen posts ‘strong’ H1 with organic revenue growth of 10%
Food and nutrition bioscience firm Chr. Hansen says it is well positioned to deliver its ambitious full year targets, as it reports 10% organic revenue growth for the first half of its financial year.
Russia defends Brazil over rotten meat scandal
Russia has enhanced laboratory controls over meat imported from Brazil but will take no further action following the rotten meat scandal, according to Julia Melano, press secretary of Russia’s veterinary body Rosselkhoznadzor.
China to employ European animal welfare standards
Britain’s animal welfare standards will act as a guideline for procedures in China, with the help of a new grant.
Pladis plans health focus for British biscuit market
At the launch of its second annual biscuit review, the manufacturer of McVitie’s (the UK’s largest selling biscuit brand) said it will make Britons’ much-loved snack even healthier.
FSMA rule requirements already best practice - C.H. Robinson
Industry is already complying with requirements of a FSMA rule that comes into effect this month, according to a produce and cold chain logistics company.
Unilever to sell off spreads business
The Anglo-Dutch food giant has announced its intention to sell off its spreads business as part of a range of new moves following a failed acquisition attempt by KraftHeinz.