US clamps down on poultry hygiene
The US is tightening hygiene controls on ground and mechanically-separated poultry in the wake of several salmonella outbreaks linked to these products.
Archives for December 10, 2012
JBS USA appoints lead role in Canada
JBS USA has announced that a former executive of XL Foods will head up its Canadian business operations.
ANALYST INSIGHT
Diageo unlikely to swoop for $10bn+ Beam Inc. in short term: City analyst
Diageo remains tight-lipped on reports it may make a $10bn+ swoop for Beam Inc. but one analyst tells BeverageDaily.com he believes no imminent deal is likely, given the firm’s preoccupation with United Spirits and Jose Cuervo.
Groupe Caravelle to acquire equity stake in Naturex
French industrial business Groupe Caravelle has said it intends to acquire an equity stake in Naturex, following Spanish group Natraceutical’s sale of its 15.35% stake in the company earlier this month.
Health experts back hybrid nutrition labels
Food manufacturers that are serious about improving public health should sign up to the hybrid nutrition labelling scheme proposed by the government and backed by retailers, say public health experts.
Palsgaard backing Asian confidence with increased investment
The chief executive of Danish chocolate and extruded whipping cake emulsifiers major Palsgaard has outlined the reasons behind the company's recent significant investment in the Asia-Pacific region.
EC should help retailers sell non-perishable goods after 'best before' date
The European Commission (EC) should help retailers to sell non-perishable goods after the 'best before' date to reduce food waste.
New French system rates products’ health and eco-credentials
French organisation Institut Noteo has developed a free-access system that allows shoppers to check and compare products’ health and eco-credentials online.
French Gruyere cheese granted EC protected geographical status
French Gruyere cheese has been granted protected geographical indication (PGI) status by the European Commission (EC), after Swiss and French officials met to discuss measures to avoid misleading consumers.
USDA to require holding of meat products until completion of testing
Food producers are soon to be required to hold shipments of non-intact raw beef and all ready-to-eat products containing meat and poultry until they pass foodborne safety tests, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Trendspotting 2013: Coconut water is key to 100% juice declaration, without the calories, says ITI Tropicals
While coconut water is best known for its hydrating properties, manufacturers are increasingly using it to cut calories and liven up 100% juice beverages, says one formulation expert.
CFIA lifts suspension on Capital Packers after listeria scare
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has lifted the suspension on a meat processing company that was linked to an outbreak of listeria.
Dole sale nears completion, president moves to Itochu
It seems like the sale of Dole's worldwide packaged foods and Asia fresh business to Itochu is almost complete, following an announcement that the American fruit major's president will be joining Itochu to run the company's new acquisitions.
India in brief
Last FDI hurdle defeated and cricketers like it spicy
A round-up of the big stories hitting India. Today: upper house quashes last challenge to FDI in retail, minister says he has no plans to raise tax on edible oil imports, premium food is big on growth and how England's cricketers are too 'finicky'.
Rousselot develops new gelatine for dressings and sauces
Rousselot’s European applications laboratory has developed a new gelatine for egg replacement and for use in dressings and sauces, the company has said.
Career profile
'More than magical': Dow Wolff application specialist on the tricks that make eyes light up
Linda Bellekom-Allen, customer applications specialist at Dow Wolff Cellulosics GmbH, tells FoodNavigator about the enthusiasm of foodies, E number paranoia, and Dow's big box of toys.
Vaccinations slash UK Salmonella instances
Chicken vaccination programmes have helped dramatically slash instances of non-typhoidal Salmonella in the UK, according to a recent study.
Bear Naked Granola founder on building a brand
Many successful food brands have a founding myth. In the case of Bear Naked Granola, it is the story of the co-founders offering “breakfast in bed” to the wrong person.
Smithfield attracts strong fresh pork revenue
US processor Smithfield Foods has reported strong fresh pork earnings in the second quarter, despite a 91% drop in overall earnings as a result of a debt extinguishment charge.
INDUSTRY VOICES: HEAD OF AKTIEFOKUS CHINA, JACOB DE LICHTENBERG
Carlsberg signals Chinese strategy shift and 'Top 3' ambition
For Chinese beer market followers, one of the most interesting developments over the last fortnight was Danish brewer Carlsberg’s announced strategy shift and expressed desire to acquire one of the nation's top three domestic brewers.