Haribo investigates slavery in supply chain
German confectionery group Haribo has launched an independent investigation into allegations of slave labour in its carnauba wax supply chain.
Archives for November 3, 2017
Equinom develops non-GMO pulses with 50% more protein
Seed breeding firm Equinom has developed a pea, chickpea and cow pea with 50% more protein than commercially available alternatives, and it's looking for food manufacturers to use the pulse flour and give feedback.
Chr. Hansen goes beyond natural colours with colouring foodstuffs
Chr. Hansen is pushing back the boundaries of ‘natural’ ingredients and expanding its range of colouring foodstuffs to help food and beverage manufacturers take clean labels to the next level.
IFF boosts sustainability efforts with FReSH food waste commitment
The World Business Council on Sustainable Development (WBCSD) welcomes International Flavors & Fragrances to its food waste initiative that counts Nestlé, Kellogg, Danone and PepsiCo as members.
EU to set legal definition of vegetarian and vegan food
The European Commission says it will begin the process of establishing a legal definition of vegetarian and vegan food in 2019, an announcement that has been welcomed by food manufacturers.
NSW authority addresses non-compliance in noodle sector
The New South Wales (NSW) Food Authority has clamped down on food safety and hygiene offences in the noodle manufacturing sector by fining three Sydney businesses.
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Hotel owner fined after Campylobacter outbreak
A Scarborough hotel owner has been fined for food hygiene offences after an outbreak of Campylobacter.