New EU proposals on medicated feed for livestock welcomed
Pan-European agriculture association Copa-Cogeca has welcomed a new package of EU Commission proposals on veterinary medicine and medicated feed for livestock.
Archives for September 10, 2014
TRADE BODY WANTS REASSURANCE AHEAD OF SEPT 18 INDEPENDENCE VOTE
Scotch Whisky Association presses ‘Yes Scotland!’ for currency clarity
Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) CEO David Frost warns that a lack of clarity over an independent Scotland’s currency could hit exports, supply chains, pricing and competitiveness in the multi-million dollar industry.
McDonald’s sees significant sales drop in APMEA
Global fast food chain McDonald’s has seen sales drop 14.5% in the Asia/Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region.
UN steps up agricultural aid in Iraq with Saudi funds
UN agencies are stepping up emergency food and agricultural assistance in Iraq, thanks in part to large donations from Saudi Arabia.
Genus announces pig production agreement in China
Global animal genetics company Genus, has entered into a strategic partnership with River Stone Farm (Shandong) Co, in China, in an agreement which will see it become the Group’s first commercial multiplier in China.
DISPATCHES FROM INTERNATIONAL WHEY CONFERENCE 2014
'It's business as usual': Davisco Foods on Agropur takeover
It's "business as usual" at Minnesota-based cheese and whey ingredients manufacturer Davisco Foods following its recent takeover by Canadian dairy cooperative Agropur.
CDC report flags high sodium consumption among kids; we’re at the mercy of the food industry, RD says
More than 90% of children aged six to 18 consume on average 3,279 mg of sodium a day—well above the government’s recommendation of 2,300 mg or less per day, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Flowers Foods CEO: As a strong no.2 in fresh baking, we’re poised for growth
Flowers Foods is open-minded on the lookout for future acquisition opportunities and is committed to driving its portfolio into new US markets, its CEO says.
EFSA stymies progress on ‘may contain’
Alpro’s decision to reverse plans to combine its soya and nut production lines has shone the spotlight on the need for usable ‘action levels’ for adventitious allergen contamination of foods.
Better regulation shouldn’t mean ‘one-sided reduction’ for businesses, BEUC warns new Commission
The new European Commission’s ‘better regulation’ mission must keep consumer welfare in mind and not translate to a “one-sided reduction” for businesses, the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) has warned.
ENSA: Soy-breast cancer study not reflective of ‘state of scientific knowledge’
The soy industry has hit back at a recent study that suggested soy supplementation could worsen rather than ameliorate breast cancer by influencing gene behaviour.
GCC offers major market for Australian farmers: Hassad
GCC states’ growing demand for food represents a major opportunity for Australian farmers, according to Qatar-owned agricultural firm Hassad Australia.
Taiwan
Supplier fined heavily in midst of Taiwan’s 780t recycled oil scandal
A Taiwanese food company has been handed a severe fine for selling lard made from cooking oil that had been recycled from kitchen waste and grease from leather processing plants.
Offshore agricultural investments pose major risk: Report
Gulf countries acquiring farmland in developing countries risk major backlashes, and should adopt long-term policies to avoid this, according to a report.
India’s Bakers Circle plans $6m Dubai factory
Indian bakery firm Bakers Circle is building a US$6m plant in Dubai to expand its operations into the Middle East and Africa.
Belarus and Kazakhstan to benefit from Russian meat embargo
Belarus and Kazakhstan look set to increase their supplies of meat to Russia, as the recently implemented trade restrictions on imports have created a bigger demand and attractive prices, according to government officials and local market experts.
Patent Watch
Has Mars found a way around cocoa bean fermentation?
Mars has filed a patent for a method to process unfermented cocoa beans that it claims would maintain the final chocolate taste and allow for a more consistent flavor.
Smokers consuming too much sodium may have greater rheumatoid arthritis risk: Study
Smokers who consume high amounts of sodium may have an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a Swedish study.
Calorie counting is a declining trend
Ditching the ‘diet’: Americans want to shed pounds, but they're tiring of traditional weight loss regimes, says Packaged Facts
While 28% (66 million) of American adults are trying to lose weight, and a further 14% (32 million) are trying to maintain their weight, they are losing interest in strict diet plans, calorie-counting and ‘diet’ foods, says a new report from Packaged Facts.
India
New committee meets in bid to reform 'wasteful' food corporation
A high-level committee has met for the first time to investigate a restructure of the often-beleaguered Food Corporation of India (FCI) as the food-grains authority looks to strengthen and integrate its supply chain.
EFSA extends consultation on ‘Open EFSA’
The European Food Safety Authority has extended the period of public consultation on its discussion paper ‘Transformation to an Open EFSA’ by a month.