Insects and food pyramids could help reduce meat consumption
Grouping lentils with meat in pyramid tables or putting insect protein in processed foods are among ideas that could help consumers change their meat-eating habits, a study suggests.
Archives for April 15, 2012
Advice to eat less, exercise more still trumps diet products for weight loss, study finds
Special diet foods and products are not as effective for weight loss in obese individuals as heeding common advice to eat less and exercise more, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
California fish processor suspends production under FDA agreement
A California-based seafood processor has agreed to halt the production and distribution of its fish and fish products over Listeria monocytogenes contamination fears, under an agreement with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Fenchem’s fish collagen targets Southeast Asia’s health market
Fenchem has launched its hydrolyzed fish collagen in the Southeast Asian market, to target the growing demand for health drinks and supplements in the region.
Pizza consumption rises more than 50% in two years, says Technomic
Pizza consumption is on the rise, with more than 40% of consumers now eating pizza at least once a week, compared to a quarter of consumers (26%) two years ago, according to a new report from Technomic.
Flower Foods pumps $31m in Tasty Baking factory expansion
US firm Flower Foods has announced plans to invest $31m in a factory in Pennsylvania it required last year following its takeover of Tasty Baking.
A2C aims at 'pan Asian' infant formula business via new Synlait Milk partnership
New Zealand firm A2 Corporation (A2C) has announced a strategic agreement whereby Synlait Milk will manufacture A2's branded nutritional powders on the firm's behalf as A2C aims at lucrative Chinese and Southeast Asian markets.
Irish meat trade in China mission
Irish meat industry representatives have joined other food industry and government representatives on a large-scale trade mission to China.
Britvic and PepsiCo 'win race' to launch UK soft drinks with stevia
PepsiCo UK and Britvic claim to have 'won the race' to launch the first UK soft drink containing stevia extract by formulating the high intensity sweetener within a functional water range from the end of April.
Ferrero promises transparency as it sets 2020 target for sustainable cocoa
Italian confectioner Ferrero has announced its short term goals towards sourcing 100% third-party verified sustainable cocoa by its 2020 target.
McCain wants to stay local, grow local in India
Aiming to garner a higher share of the Indian ready-to-eat (RTE), frozen foods markets, McCain Foods is further strengthening its product range to cater to Indian tastes and sensibilities.
Global halal certification scheme aims to end ‘confusion’ across market
A new collaborative global halal certification scheme is set to streamline the ‘confusing’ industry area and provide a realistic, clear benchmark for food producers to work and adhere to.
Microscopic hollow salty balls are gaining momentum in the US, says Tate & Lyle
The microscopic salt crystals at the center of a sodium reduction licensing deal between Tate & Lyle and UK-based firm Eminate are starting to attract significant interest Stateside, says the ingredients giant.
Experts highlight ‘transparency’ as key to innovation in new technologies
Better transparency and increased communication during development is vital for companies involved in the innovation of new food technologies, reports a UK think tank.
TreeHouse Foods completes Naturally Fresh acquisition
Private label products giant Treehouse Foods has completed its acquisition of Atlanta-based refrigerated dressings, sauces, marinades and dips maker Naturally Fresh, Inc. in a $25m deal.
Meat consumption needs 50% reduction to meet climate change target, says researcher
Meat consumption would need to be reduced by 50% per person in order to meet nitrous oxide reduction targets set out in an Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) draft report, according to a new study.
BSDA off blocks to chase down 'alarmist' media on sports drinks
Media reports suggesting that mainstream consumers are putting their health at risk by consuming sports drinks are ‘inaccurate and alarmist’ according to the British Soft Drinks Association (BSDA).