NIZO develop new method to measure powder oxidation
Researchers from NIZO have developed a method to determine the oxidation of fats in speciality ingredient powders.
Archives for March 13, 2012
Lenders give Premier some vital breathing space; Rose's and Paxo may be up for grabs
Several private label and secondary and tertiary brands such as Paxo Stuffing are likely to be divested by Premier Foods in the coming months, claim analysts, as the UK manufacturer gets breathing space from investors.
Study linking red meat to high mortality under fire
A study asserting that red meat consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular and cancer mortality has raised fierce criticism among the meat industry.
Baker Perkins makes senior North American bread appointment
Baker Perkins has appointed Gary Seiffer as business development manager for its bread equipment business in North America.
Caramel color suppliers rise to the low-4-MEI challenge – but question California decision
Caramel color suppliers have been working on low-4-MEI versions ever since California first started considering the compound’s inclusion on its Proposition 65 list four years ago – well before PepsiCo and Coca-Cola asked them to reduce 4-MEI levels late...
FDA guidance urges food firm Salmonella test caution
US food safety authorities have urged food manufacturers, processors, packager and distributors to “be aware” of the potential for false results when testing for Salmonella species (Salmonella spp.).
Red meat linked with increased risk of mortality, suggests study
Consumption of high amounts of red meat could be linked with an increased risk of all-cause death, including death from heart disease and cancer, warn researchers.
Social media has changed how Americans eat, says Hartman report
Increased communication via social media has changed the way Americans relate to food, including what they buy and cook, and how they plan their meals, according to a report from market research firm The Hartman Group.
Thailand: The new ‘frontier’ of CSPO production
Malaysia and Indonesia are renowned as strong production players in the certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO) market but Thailand is emerging as the new frontier in Asia Pacific, according to the secretary general of RSPO.
Enzymes and yeast extracts strong drivers for ABF Ingredients in China
UK-based ABF Ingredients is manufacturing yeast extracts in China and targeting the enzyme market, as it has superior growth rates in these two specialities, according to the CEO of the company.
EU risk assessor hikes intake safety levels for food additive BHT
The European food safety assessor has revised upward the acceptable daily limit for food additive used in chewing gum and fats and oils - BHT.
Aryzta posts growth ahead of two-year transformation period
Speciality bakery firm Aryzta has recorded increased revenues and profits in its half-year results ahead of a two-year transformation period designed to reposition its business.
EU approve new rules banning added sugars in fruit juices
The Council of the European Union have approved new rules that will among other things see it become illegal to add sugars to fruit juices.
Bonduelle acquisitions mark North American strategy shift
Bonduelle said its acquisition of three processing plants and one repacking centre in the US would boost the volume of its frozen vegetable offerings in the country by around 150%.
Snacks provide one-third of ‘empty calories’ in US diets: USDA research
Snacks provide about one-third of all ‘empty’ calories for both men and women in the United States, according to new research from the US Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
India invests in its freshwater fisheries
India will develop its freshwater fish industry in a collaborative agreement with two international bodies; good news to a sector often overshadowed by its seaward cousin, say authorities.
Taiwan finds growth drugs in Australian and New Zealand beef
Beef imports from Australia and New Zealand have come under the spotlight in Taiwan after samples from the two countries tested positive for growth drugs.
Hershey outlook ‘stable’ for 2012 with international expansion afoot, says rating agency
Chocolate giant Hershey will experience improved sales and flat profit margins in 2012 and will seek out acquisitions in international markets, according to credit agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P).
Amazon bans sales of shark, whale and dolphin meat
Amazon has prohibited the sale of shark, whale and dolphin food products from its Japanese site and placed an explicit warning on its main site, in response to ongoing pressure from environmental groups.
Now not the time to scrap death penalty for food crimes in China - lawmaker
Now it not the time to scrap the death penalty for food safety crimes in China, a lawmaker in the country has proclaimed.
Carling aims to put Zest into citrus beer with premium branding
Carling says that the branding and packaging for its new limited edition citrus beer, Carling Zest, was desined to push its premium positioning as an alternative to other summer drinks such as cider.
Pink slime food safety concerns a ‘gross misunderstanding’ - producer
Food safety concerns surrounding the use of ‘pink slime’ in beef products have come as a result of a “gross-misunderstanding” stemming from sensationalised media coverage, a leading producer has claimed.
Irish farmers criticise animal welfare bill
Ireland’s new animal health and welfare bill must not be an obstacle to the farming sector’s competitiveness, the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has said.
Electrochemical treatment of wash water combats E.coli, allows reuse - research
Electrochemical treatment of wash water in fresh produce processing shows real potential to combat E.coli contamination and cut in-plant water consumption, according to recent research.