Dispatches from Vitafoods Europe 2014
Nutrition Capital Network takes venture to Vitafoods Geneva
Nutrition Capital Network (NCN) chief Grant Ferrier took his capital-connecting nutrition venture to Vitafoods in Geneva this week.
Archives for May 8, 2014
Special edition: Organic & Non-GMO
Vermont GMO labeling bill presents packaged food companies with ‘a serious quandary’, says Rabobank analyst
As anti-GMO activists celebrated their first major victory in Vermont this week with the passage of GMO labeling bill H112, the GMA said it would mount a legal challenge within weeks. But while big food companies may well win the courtroom battle ahead,...
Special edition: Organic & Non-GMO
Quinn Popcorn founder: You have to be an idealist if you’re going to change the food industry
Microwave popcorn was a childhood favorite snack of Kristy Lewis; though her nostalgia turned to disillusionment when as an adult she learned that the chemical-, hydrogenated oil-laden formula hadn’t evolved alongside her growing awareness.
Lab M extends IMS range for E.coli STEC
Lab M has extended its range of immunomagnetic separation (IMS) products for the isolation of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia coli (STEC) strains.
Bakkavor sells 40% of Italian business
Fresh prepared foods manufacturer Bakkavor has sold 40% of its Italian pizza manufacturing business to Dreamfood for an undisclosed sum.
FAO outlook: Climate and politics impact to food markets but 2014 stocks remain adequate
Challenging weather conditions in various countries, coupled with continuing political tensions in the Black Sea region have made food markets more volatile, according to the FAO's first major forecast for 2014.
Vitafoods Europe 2014
New system for novel food approval on the horizon
Novel food approval systems in Europe prevent the food industry from bringing new and exciting foods on to the market quickly, but could be about to change, according to one specialist.
Russia takes moves to co-operate with China on meat
Growing political tensions with Western countries are forcing Russia to boost co-operation with China, potentially its main partner.
Increasing global CO2 levels threaten human nutrition: Study
Rising levels of carbon dioxide will mean that some grains and legumes will become significantly less nutritious than they are today, according to new international research.
Interpack 2014
‘Vision inspection is heading to full automation control’
Luceo Inspection Worldwide is presenting two developments of its ThermoSecure range at Interpack; for detection of any type of defects in the sealing zone and a machine to comply with the customer environment.
Coaching is crucial to food safety success
Alchemy Systems, Campden BRI, BRC Global Standards, the Safe Quality Foods Institute, and SGS have joined forces on a food safety study revealing key concerns shared around the globe, and areas for improvement.
Boulder Brands reports exceptional quarter for EVOL Foods: 'Retailers recognize that the frozen case is in dire need of a complete renovation'
Retailers recognize that the frozen case is in “dire need of a complete renovation”, says the boss of Boulder Brands.
Beef and pork exports perform well for US
Double-digit increases in exports to Mexico, China and South Korea helped push up export figures for US pork and beef in March. However, exports of lamb dropped 41% in volume, to 740 metric tons (mt).
DISPATCHES FROM VITAFOODS EUROPE 2014
Laboratoire PYC eyes Asia with high-protein soya crisps
Laboratoire PYC wants to expand its high-protein soya crisps into Asia and has started flavor development for the market, its marketing head says.
Australia
Magazine readers are taste-makers, according to research
Australian magazine readers should be seen by food companies first adopters when it comes to new grocery products, according to new research.
DISPATCHES FROM VITAFOODS 2014
Consultant: Firms must be proactive, not reactive, with stubborn 'myths'
Food firms must be proactive, not reactive, when managing the conversation around their products, according to a food and nutrition marketing expert.
Hain Celestial: Rudi’s Organic Bakery will be our next $100m brand
There are significant opportunities to grow the Rudi’s Organic Bakery brand, both through increasing distribution and taking it into new categories, says its new owner, Hain Celestial.
Denmark may pursue bilateral solution with Russia
The Danish government is considering breaking ranks with the European Union (EU) and striking a bilateral trade deal with Russia to protect its pork exports. These have been hit while Russia blocks EU pigmeat exports over a handful of African swine fever...