Supplement to offer structured introduction of potential food allergens into kids' diets
The increasing prevalence of food allergies is a challenge that has opened a business opportunity for California startup Before Brands.
Archives for April 12, 2017
ANSES: We can’t challenge EFSA’s opinion on titanium dioxide (yet) but industry should find replacements
French food safety agency ANSES has said while it cannot challenge EFSA’s greenlight for titanium dioxide at the current time, it is nonetheless advising industry to replace the white food colouring with suitable alternatives.
Russia battles diverse livestock diseases
Russia is facing numerous biosecurity problems, as African swine fever (ASF) challenges the pig industry, poultry farmers battle bird flu, the first outbreaks of nodular dermatitis hit cattle farmers, and venison breeders combat anthrax.
Brazilian meat plant targeted in corruption probe reopens
A poultry slaughterhouse run by the Brazilian protein giant BRF has been cleared to resume operations following a government inspection.
Leading lawyer joins South African poultry crisis fight
A leading human rights lawyer, who has prosecuted war criminals in Yugoslavia and Rwanda, has joined a protest group campaigning to stop exporters dumping unwanted chicken in South Africa.
Danone completes acquisition of WhiteWave to create DanoneWave
Danone has completed its acquisition of WhiteWave.
Australia to modernise ‘meat language’
The beef industry in Australia will modernise its ‘meat language’, ensuring greater consistency across the sector.
Naturex looks for partners to develop natural colours and preservatives
Botanical extract supplier Naturex is looking for partners – both technical and commercial – to work together to develop natural solutions for red, green and blue colours and preservatives.
Changing Easter eating habits may benefit industry
Easter eating preferences in the UK have changed dramatically, according to research which shows consumers now plan multiple celebratory meals and are moving away from traditional lamb.
Egg producers between rock and hard place on cage-free egg production, says United Egg Producers: ‘We are stuck right now, and I really do mean stuck’
While the nation’s biggest retailers, restaurants and food manufacturers have made commitments to use only cage-free eggs by 2025, they are not lining up to buy them right now, which is putting egg farmers – who need to start the costly conversion...
Taiwan bans dog and cat meat consumption
Taiwan has become one of the first countries in Asia to ban the sale and consumption of dog and cat meat.
Ishida targets revolutionary food packaging
Japanese food labelling and weighing specialist Ishida Co is eyeing new ways to develop packaging so that products can be sold in shops without their barcodes being scanned.
US meat business to grow human organs from pigs
Smithfield Foods has set up a bioscience unit to supply pork by-product to the medical sector, with the ultimate goal of selling pig organs for human transplantation.
Latvian meat business to invest up to €7m next year
To expand and modernise its facilities, Latvian meat producer Putnu Fabrika Ķekava (PF Ķekava) plans to invest between €6 million and €7m in its next fiscal year, according to senior company representatives.
Radfords Fine Fudge to launch Fairtrade fudge and honeycomb
Radfords Fine Fudge has started a crowdfunding campaign to launch a range of Fairtrade fudge and honeycomb confectionery.
New insights reveal how stevia controls blood sugar levels
How stevia controls blood sugar levels has remained a mystery until now as researchers think they have unravelled the natural, no-calorie sweetener's action that results in its observed health benefits.
Companies urged to speak out on Regulatory Accountability Act
Half a dozen consumer organisations have called on 11 companies to oppose regulation that they say will block future legislation to improve food safety.
Nutritionists dispute relevance of sugar levels in chocolate spreads following report
Chocolate spreads and jams contain huge amounts of sugar, with two slices of bread containing the entire maximum daily intake - but some experts have questioned whether the quantities eaten are large enough to contribute to obesity
OPINION: How probiotics research is taking us to the next level of understanding
While clinicians are increasingly aware of the evidence behind specific probiotic strains for a variety of conditions, restoring balance to a microbiome disrupted by diet, medications or illness often remains an area of confusion, writes Health World...
Dateline Southeast Asia: Halal
Mindanao eyes US Islamic trade, though it must first tailor standards
The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao’s advance on the global halal market continues as it prepares to sign an agreement with Islamic authorities in America.
A year of chocolate: Mintel’s new product launches database reveals American sweet-tooth trends
Holiday celebrations call for candy, especially chocolate. But while celebratory times see peak chocolate product launches and sales, the category’s performance is quite flat year-round in developed markets.