Seafood processor targeted over HACCP breaches
A US seafood processing company could be shut down if it continues to flout Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned.
Archives for January 11, 2010
Calcium may boost flavour of low-sugar, -salt foods
Compounds that activate calcium receptors on the tongue may enhance the flavour of low-sugar or low-salt foods, thereby reducing the need for extra flavourings, says a new study from Ajinomoto.
USDA moves to curtail salmonella incidences
New pathogen reduction performance standards have been developed by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the control of Salmonella and Campylobacter bacteria in chilled carcasses at young chicken and turkey slaughter establishments that are...
Neotame seeks a slice of the saccharine market
NutraSweet is positioning its neotame sweetener as a better-tasting alternative to saccharine, and expects it to compete with the world’s most used sweetener on cost.
Cold snap could last longer for food sector
“More snow on the way.” So say the weathermen, and Europe is stocking up and hunkering down for a long, cold winter. But while the fluffy flakes will halt, at least come Spring, for the food sector the chill could be felt throughout 2010.
Melamine scandal 'potentially very damaging' to Chinese ingredients industry
A leading food analyst has warned that the latest Chinese melamine scandal could have a major impact on global trade in food ingredients.
New York leads plan to cut salt intake and save 0.8m lives
New York City is leading a partnership of cities and national health organizations to promote a voluntary program of salt reduction in packaged and restaurant foods.
Blueberries may boost memory in older adults: Study
Supplemental blueberries for only 12 weeks may boost memory in older people with early memory problems, says a new study from the US.
Japan to ban 125 nutrients including glucosamine form
Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) has signaled its intention to blacklist 125 nutrients including forms of glucosamine, aloe vera and krill because it says they are not being used in products, according to the US Department of...