Blinded by science? ‘Trivial’ information increases consumer trust
Trivial scientific information presented on packaging in the form of graphs or formulas can lead consumers to believe a product is more effective, according to new research.
Archives for October 19, 2014
EU project seeks to improve GM food safety testing
An EU-funded project that aims to improve safety testing for genetically modified (GM) foods has published its first results.
Cocktail Candy: We're not marketing to kids
Belgian firm Candy Pack says it understands why some people might be "touchy" about the idea of alcohol-themed confectionery, but insists it isn't targeting children for its Cocktail Candy range.
Australia
Abbott government eyes complementary healthcare for deregulation
Tony Abbott’s crusade to cut Australian bureaucratic red tape will now target the complementary medicines industry by considering a greater acceptance of international standards.
What constitutes responsible investment in the food sector?
Global governments and the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) have agreed a set of principles to guide agricultural and food system investments.
Mongolia looks to ramp up supplies to Russia following Putin visit
Mongolia is ready for a 10-fold increase in beef exports to Russia, following recent preliminary agreements reached during a September visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to the country.
MERS cases linked to camel milk – WHO
Four cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) have been linked to camel milk in Saudi Arabia, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
2014 SPECIAL EDITION: ICE CREAM
Japanese ice cream innovation 'couple of years ahead' of the West: Mintel
Japanese ice cream manufacturers are a "couple of years ahead" of their counterparts in Europe and North America in terms of innovation, says market research firm Mintel.
Saudi milk exports beat Germany as production soars
Saudi Arabia’s milk exports now exceed Germany’s thanks to rapid development, with average export growth of 12.5% a year over the last decade, according to a Tetra Pak report.
Morton Salt to expand into world's biggest market
The world’s biggest salt market will gain a new player after North America’s Morton Salt signed a joint-venture with local player China National Salt of Shanghai.
Technovaa plans $68m packaging plant in Kizad
UAE packaging firm Technovaa has broken ground on a US$68m factory in Abu Dhabi’s Kizad free zone, boosting the firm’s regional exports.
Premier Foods delivers ‘awful’ stock performance
Premier Foods has delivered “a truly awful 2014 stock performance”, despite making solid restructuring progress, said City analyst Shore Capital, ahead of the firm’s third-quarter trading results, due for release later this week.
Nestlé confectionery sales slump 7%
Nestlé confectionery sales fell 7% in its nine-month results due to rising cocoa costs and declines in developed markets such as Great Britain.
‘Robust evidence’ supports oat beta-glucan’s cholesterol-lowering potential
Daily consumption of at least 3 grams of oat beta-glucan may reduce cholesterol levels, with greater effects linked to high molecular weight forms of the ingredient, says a new meta-analysis of 28 randomized controlled trials.
Brazil looks to ramp up beef production as global demand hots up
Brazil is planning to "step up the rapid intensification of its beef production sector", according to agricultural analyst Rabobank.
Norwegian government strikes deal with food vendors on salt in meat
Negotiations between grocery food chains in Norway and the country’s ministry of health have resulted in a landmark voluntary agreement under which food retailers will remove salt from ground beef and other minced meat products.
USDA’s poultry slaughter inspection rule becomes effective
The New Poultry Inspection System (NPIS) rule from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) becomes effective from today (October 20).
Salmonella outbreak over but FDA investigation continues
An outbreak of Salmonella that sickened six people in five states from nut butter is over, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Nestlé opens dairy institute in northeast China
After making one of the biggest dairy investments in its history, Nestlé has opened the doors a dairy farming institute in northeast China, which it hopes will help modernise the country’s farming practices while encouraging farmers to sustainably meet...
New class of ‘good’ fat could aid diabetes prevention
The ‘surprising’ discovery of a previously unidentified class of lipid molecules that enhance insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control could offer a route to the prevention of type 2 diabetes, say researchers.
‘Poor value’ perception shaking UK water enhancer sales, Canadean suggests
A Canadean survey of 2,000 UK consumers found that 41% think liquid water enhancers from the likes of Robinsons, Oasis and Vimto are too pricey, casting doubt on the category’s growth prospects.
Indonesia stakes claim as SE Asia's most important food market
Indonesia's food industry will continue to grow in importance as its population of around 300 million gains wealth, according to some voices in the halls of the Jakarta International Expo at Food Ingredients-Asia last week. But it may have some way to go...