NSF International grows European capabilities
NSF International has acquired Erdmann Analytics to provide expanded testing capabilities in Europe.
Archives for January 20, 2015
Study suggesting salt intake is ‘less of a risk’ for the elderly is flawed, say experts
New research has suggested that salt intake is not linked to mortality or heart disease risk in older people, however experts have said the study flawed and the findings do not contradict current advice.
Unilever boosts profits despite weak emerging market growth
Unilever has reported a 5% increase in net profit during 2014, although growth was weak in emerging markets.
A glass of wine a day keeps heart failure away? Researchers link moderate alcohol intake to reduced risk
Consuming up to seven drinks a week could lower the risk of developing heart failure, according to a study published today in the European Heart Journal.
Fairytale Denmark: Michelsen signs book deal to support China push
Danish premium chocolatier Michelsen hopes to break into China after teaming with a start-up company that produces hollow Hans Christian Andersen books containing chocolate.
China opens more cities to international business
China has been delivering on promises to open more cities to international trade, allowing meat importers to cut freight costs and get meat to hugely populous central regions of the country.
Beauty and that beast of a beverage market…Bella Berry targets UK launch
London-based startup Bella Berry tells BeverageDaily.com that it is negotiating with buyers with a view to launching the UK’s first mass market collagen-based ‘beauty drink’ by spring 2015.
HKScan facility approved for export to China
Finland’s HKScan Group has announced that its pork slaughtering facility in Forssa is to gain export certification from the Chinese food authorities, following successful inspections carried out last August.
South Africa hopes to regain export access for game and beef
South Africa is working to resume exports of game to the EU and beef exports to the Middle East, following a four-year ban.
Red wine grape powder harvests full range of polyphenols for blood pressure benefits, manufacturer says
BioHarvest, an Israeli company harvesting dietary supplement ingredients from plants grown via a unique hydroponic method, has launched a “biofood” ingredient called VINIA Red Grape Powder, said to offer the benefits of drinking red wine without the...
From turmeric to almond milk: What’s hot in beverage formulation?
While consumers may think twice about buying a large box of cereal featuring a new functional ingredient, they are much more willing to try new things in the beverage category, which is a hotbed of innovation right now, two leading ingredients suppliers...
Marfrig CEO announces departure
Sergio Rial is to step down as chief executive officer of Marfrig Global Foods.
India
Indian government embarks on widespread agri-modernisation initiatives
More than 140m Indian farmers will receive so-called “soil health cards” over the next three years in an effort by the country’s agriculture ministry to help them boost productivity by knowing more about the nutrients in the land they farm.
Arla creates Asian business unit to manage Chinese, SEA interests
Arla Foods has brought its Chinese and South East Asian interests under one roof, creating a new segment called Business Unit Asia.
Synbiosis system for mid-range colony counting
Synbiosis has introduced an automated colony counting and chromogenic identification system.
Food waste – the other side of the food security conversation?
It is not about judging companies on waste but joining the dots between businesses with surplus food and charities in need of donations, according to UK charity Plan Zheroes.
FAO chief urges ‘paradigm shift’ toward sustainable food
The whole world must make huge effort and investment to shift toward sustainable farming and food production, FAO director-general José Graziano da Silva has said.
Three Happy Cows: The party isn’t over for Greek yogurt; but the category is maturing
Are Americans falling out of love with Greek yogurt? No, says Three Happy Cows director of marketing Brian Twomey. But growth is slowing and space allocation in some stores is shrinking, so brands that want to stay on shelf need to “identify the white...
Acai Roots Fruit Bar could give the frozen dessert aisle a healthy boost
Acai Roots hopes its new fruit bar will entice back to the frozen dessert aisle consumers who have given the category the cold shoulder in recent years because they perceive it as filled with unhealthy treats.
Tetra Pak opens €5m technical training centre in Thailand
Tetra Pak has opened a €5m technical training centre in Rayong, Thailand, with courses in automation, filling line equipment, quality assurance and food safety for dairy and beverage producers.
Consultation on proposed updates runs until 20 February
MPI looks at upping food safety fees
Feedback on changes to fees around food safety and biosecurity, including some increases, is wanted by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).
New Vietnam aqua center focused on gut health and feed efficiency
How to optimize fish health while controlling disease and managing waste are some of the fish farm challenges being explored at Biomin’s new aqua research hub opens in Vietnam.