Texas pig plant under investigation
Texas meat processor Columbia Packing is being investigated after allegedly dumping pig blood into a river.
Archives for January 31, 2012
Social media could enhance foodborne outbreak detection - report
“Rich data sources” like Twitter and Facebook could be utilised as a tool in the surveillance of foodborne disease outbreaks, according to a US study.
Industry groups urge federal funding for food safety
An industry coalition led by the American Frozen Foods Institute (AFFI) has urged the Obama administration to adequately fund food safety initiatives, without levying extra taxes or industry fees.
Givaudan to work with MIT researchers on ‘flavor algorithms’
Flavor giant Givaudan is working with scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to come up with a ‘flavor algorithm’ that could one day replace human taste testers.
Givaudan to work with MIT researchers on ‘flavour algorithms’
Flavour giant Givaudan is working with scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to come up with a ‘flavour algorithm’ that could one day replace human taste testers.
China to inspect Indian oil units after oil meal ban
China is readying to send a team to inspect Indian vegetable oil units days after it ordered a ban on the import of rapeseed meal, soybean meal, and oil meal from its South Asian neighbor, industry sources said.
Claims or pictures - what makes shoppers choose healthier options?
The role of on-pack health claims, images, information on how food is processed, health logos and nutritional labelling on the perceived healthiness of a food product has never been systematically evaluated but a new project, if funding is secured, could...
Europe must move to stamp-out cocoa child labour, MEPs tell Commission
A committee of MEPs is calling on the European Commission (EC) to consider legislating against use of child labour in cocoa plantations that fuel the EU's demand for chocolate, while the world's largest food firm Nestle has outlined its measures to...
Dispatches from ProSweets 2012
Everyone's talking about stevia at ProSweets - director
The sweetener stevia is the hot topic of this year’s show following its approval as a novel food in the EU, according to the show organiser.
MEPs vote against amended nutrition claims, food sector rallies
MEPs have rejected the revised nutrition claims list recently adopted by the European Commission, a move which could be detrimental for reformulation efforts in the food sector says a trade body.
Dutch urge joint response to Schmallenberg virus
The Dutch government is pressing for a co-ordinated European Union (EU) response to fighting the Schmallenberg virus, a damaging disease spreading rapidly among livestock across Europe.
Namibia on the verge of poultry self-sufficiency
The first integrated poultry business in Namibia has the potential to bring self-sufficiency to a traditionally import-dependent country.
Urgent overhaul of bisphenol A regs needed to protect public - report
US federal authorities must show more urgency in dealing with bisphenol A (BPA) and begin protecting the public from hazards posed by the chemical, according to a new report from a group of academics.
ADM profits shrink 89% on higher corn costs
Grain processing giant Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has seen its second quarter profit shrink 89% on higher corn costs and lower oilseed earnings, although sales have grown, the company said on Tuesday.
Supply chain focus to drive steady growth in Australian food sector
Supply chain management will be increasingly important for Australia’s food and grocery sector in driving steady growth set for the March quarter, according to an industry expert.