First round to Lidl in trademark infringement dispute with Kroger
Kroger has lost its bid to gain a preliminary injunction that would immediately bar Lidl from using its 'Preferred Selection' name on its premium private label products.
Archives for July 26, 2017
Industry players outline their wish lists for ‘NAFTA 2.0’ and express anxiety about renegotiation
While most agricultural industry leaders gathered on Capitol Hill yesterday urged lawmakers and the current administration to tread lightly when it comes to renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement, some indicated specific areas for...
Amazon ‘does not solve all of Whole Foods' woes,’ analyst
While Amazon is widely expected to have a transformative impact on Whole Foods over the long term, Whole Foods still faces “the prospect of several years of further decline and worsening financials,” predicts one market observer.
Royal DSM appoints new president of DSM Food Specialties
Royal DSM has appointed Patrick Niels to replace Ilona Haaijer as president of DMS Food Specialities from August 1.
Intralytix: Investment allows us to expand phage production
Intralytix has received $17.5m in equity funding from Lesaffre to create a series of novel bacteriophage-based products.
From kefir to kvass: What's in store for Europe's fermented food trend?
From do-it-yourself kefir kits and lacto-fermented vegetable juices to kvass and spreadable cheese-style tempeh – what’s trending and what's next for the fermented food trend in Europe?
Herbal infusion Wanku offers functional benefits for consumers and producers
The Andean herbal infused beverage Wanku combines the functional health benefits of kombucha with the refreshing flavor of the increasingly popular plant-based waters and none of the downsides of the two categories, claim the young brand’s co-founders.
The top performing grocery retailers have superior prepared food sections, says Nielsen
Among top performing retailers with high sales across the store, 49% of these sales come from the fresh department, according to the latest analysis by market research firm Nielsen.
Ben & Jerry’s says product is safe after traces of glyphosate found in ice cream
Unilever-owned Ben & Jerry’s has said that its ice cream products are safe to consume after independent lab testing by the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) found that certain ice cream samples tested positive for glyphosate.
Dateline Southeast Asia
Thailand to introduce new sugar tax over six years
Thailand will phase in a sugar tax over six years in a bid to help drinks manufacturers to lower their sugar content and take advantage of a simultaneous lowering of tax on sugar-free beverages.
Danone announces H1 results and shuffles reporting criteria
The reorganization of Danone is central to Danone’s half-year results, which were announced today.
Review casts doubt over artificial sweeteners’ intended weight benefits
A possible link between artificial sweeteners and weight gain, diabetes and heart disease casts further doubt on the long-term health benefits of sweeteners including aspartame, sucralose and stevioside.
Premium Porc to invest in efficiency in Romania
Danish-owned pig breeder Premium Porc is planning to invest with the aim of increasing its production efficiency and expanding sales in the Romanian market where it is based.
FSA and FSS welcome guilty verdict in meat fraud trial
The FSA and FSS have welcomed the guilty verdict in the trial of a businessman convicted of adding horsemeat into beef.
Amazon launches Prime Now in Singapore
Amazon looks set to shake up Singapore’s retail market with the launch of its most aggressive service yet, Prime Now.
Six Australian meat outfits hit by China ban
China has temporarily suspended six Australian meat plants from exporting beef and lamb – and reports of a breakthrough in talks to resolve the issue have been dismissed.
How far do consumers want Non-GMO claims to go in the dairy case? Right back to the farm, says Dannon
How deep into the supply chain do consumers expect food manufacturers to delve when it comes to label claims about genetic engineering (or its absence), and do they realize that not all non-GMO claims mean the same thing?
US pork council backs anti-state regulation act
The US pork industry has thrown its weight behind an act that would stop states from adopting laws and regulations that ban the sale of products from outside of that state.
New meat snacking solution launched by Hormel Foods
US-based Hormel Foods has revealed a range of new meat snacking options, catering to the demand for convenience eating.
Japan’s Food with Function Claims: Limited consumer understanding of regulatory details
Consumers, physicians and pharmacists have a high level of awareness of the existence of Japan’s Food with Function Claims (FFC), but far fewer have a clear understanding of what the regulations mean.