More NGOs unite against the EC chief scientific advisor role
More non-governmental organisations are backing Greenpeace and HEAL in their efforts to scrap the position of European Commission’s chief scientific advisor (CSA).
Archives for August 19, 2014
EU traceability requirements rank top in global table of food safety regulations
European Union countries rank highest when it comes to global food traceability regulations and requirements, according to a new report from The Global Food Traceability Center (GFTC).
Z Trim Holdings unveils BioFiber Gum for supplement encapsulation, food additive applications
Z Trim Holdings, an Illinois-based producer of functional ingredients derived from corn fiber and other grain byproducts, has launched its BioFiber Gum (BFG) for food, supplement and industrial applications. BFG is said to have both a suite of attractive...
Australia
Maggie Beer forced to amend misleading labels after ACCC wins action
The celebrity chef at the centre of an Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) ruling on misleading labelling has apologised to consumers and claimed the transgression was an innocent mistake.
New Zealand
Being obese could make breast cancer treatment less effective
A patient's obesity may negatively affect a common drug that is used as part of the treatment to fight breast cancer in post-menopausal women.
Does snacking have a place in dietary guidelines?
Yes, 'snacking’ has its place in health promotion campaigns but there are communication barriers to overcome and recommendations must consider age and meal behavior, a review finds.
Grant supports ‘interdisciplinary’ food safety training
A grant from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will support a project which will integrate computer simulation with the teaching of food safety.
Philippines approves imports from Ireland
Veterinary authorities in the Philippines have approved imports of beef, sheepmeat and pigmeat from the Republic of Ireland.
The BevNET Food & Beverage University heads to LA on Sept 11
Calling all food & beverage entrepreneurs!
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Iran sees drop in meat imports
During 2013/14 meat imports to Iran fell by almost three times to 90,000 tonnes (t) and are expected to drop further this year, following the growth of the country’s own domestic production, according to the Iranian National Association of Breeders (INAB).
Frutarom reports rising revenues and record results
Flavours and ingredients firm Frutarom has reported soaring Q2 profits as net income climbed by more than 44% over the same period last year.
Rancho officials charged with 11 felony counts
Rancho Feeding Corporation officials have been indicted by a federal ground jury for allowing tainted meat into the supply chain.
UK exports - the big picture
GlobalMeatNews recently spoke to Jean-Pierre Garnier, head of exports at UK red meat levy bodies Eblex and Bpex, on how UK exports are performing, what challenges are being faced, and where future opportunities lie.
Natural vs organic: What’s the difference, and do shoppers care?
How clean is your label, and who decides - plaintiff's attorneys or Whole Foods Market? Are ‘all-natural’ claims still resonating with consumers or are other on-pack cues more important? And do shoppers understand the difference between natural and...