Quorn gears up for massive NPD push
Quorn has revealed plans for substantial new product development (NPD) activity this year, including gluten-free and vegan lines, which it expects to fuel UK and international growth.
Archives for January 26, 2015
Cumin prices on the up, but supplier suggests spike is temporary
Cumin prices have hit the highest level since late 2013 over fears that this year’s harvest may be smaller than previous years, but UK-based supplier EHL Ingredients suggests that pre-harvest price spikes are temporary.
Nestlé CEO: Business should not lead the social agenda
Business plays a crucial role in meeting sustainable development goals – but it should not lead the social agenda, according to Nestlé CEO Paul Bulcke, speaking at the World Economic Forum’s meeting in Davos.
PepsiCo's new Mountain Dew Kickstart flavors target ‘cross-cultural millennial males’
PepsiCo brand Mountain Dew Kickstart tells us its two new flavor lines with higher juice content, coconut water and slightly less caffeine are targeted at a core ‘cross cultural millennial male’ consumer.
Mediation fails in lawsuit alleging Heinz stole idea for Dip & Squeeze; case is ‘groundless’ says Heinz
Attempts to use mediation to resolve a lawsuit alleging that Heinz stole the idea for its Dip & Squeeze ketchup packs have failed, with the case now likely to go to trial.
Australian cattle association welcomes welfare progress
The Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) has welcomed the positive improvement in animal welfare as recorded in the latest government report into the Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System (ESCAS).
SPECIAL FEATURE: So Soylent secures $20m… Money well spent?
While uncharitable observers have described Soylent as “only slightly more appealing than an IV bag”, news that the LA-based food substitute firm has just secured $20m in funding and is now generating “millions of dollars per month in subscription...
Russia lifts partial restrictions on six EU countries
Russian veterinary body Rosselkhoznadzor will re-admit imports of meat products from outside the so-called "sanctions list" from six European Union (EU) countries, it is understood.
Nothing fishy about UHP processing shelf life findings
Using a certain strength of ultra-high pressure (UHP) can help boost fish shelf life, according to researchers.
'Great need for good nutrition' in malnourished Myanmar: ANZ Nutrition
Functional beverage firm ANZ Nutrition has developed two "competitively priced" dairy drinks "to boost the health status of Myanmar people."
Australia
Omega-3 capsule concentration is mostly mislabelled, say researchers
Most of New Zealand’s omega-3 fish oil capsules have less fatty acid that the level shown on the label, scientists have found.
F&N extends ASEAN Nestlé canned milk brand licenses
Fraser and Neave (F&N) has extended a series of licenses to manufacture and distribute several Nestlé canned milk brands in South East Asia.
Fucoidan boost performance and slows tiring during exercise: Mouse data
Dietary supplementation with fucoidan from seaweed may delay fatigue during fatigue and boost overall endurance, says a new study from Taiwan.
Post to acquire MOM Brands in $1.15bn deal; securing 18% dollar share of US RTE cereal market
Post Holdings is to buy rival MOM Brands in a $1.15bn cash and stock deal that will solidify its position as #3 in the US ready-to-eat cereal category (behind Kellogg and General Mills) and boost its presence in bagged and hot cereal.
EFSA backs anti-caking agent safety for salt substitutes
EFSA has backed the safety of an anti-caking agent (Fe mTA) for salt or salt substitutes – but said a new risk assessment would be necessary if the use level or application were to change.
Legal loopholes allowing ‘junk food’ ads to kids must be closed: British Heart Foundation
There is an urgent need in the UK to close legal loopholes that allow the promotion of unhealthy foods and drinks to children online and on TV, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
CDC: Salmonella outbreak from bean sprouts has ended
An outbreak of Salmonella from bean sprouts that sickened 115 people has ended, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Umami taste sensitivity linked to physical health in the elderly
There is a close relationship between a person’s perception of umami flavours and their appetite and physical health, according to new research.
Findus’ performance may hook acquisitive investors
Findus Group’s UK arm has become a more attractive acquisition target after the global business confirmed it had experienced its second consecutive year of positive growth, although it has denied sell-off rumours.
Rebranding meat jerky as health food drives sales as category nears saturation, IBISWorld reports
The meat jerky industry is growing steadily thanks to innovative flavors, new all-natural options and an intentional repositioning of the food as a source of healthy, lean protein, market research from IBISWorld reports.
Chewing gum daily reduces the mouth’s bacterial load, says Wrigley-backed study
Researchers from the University of Groningen and Wrigley say that sugar-free chewing gum can trap and remove bacteria from the mouth that are responsible for oral disease such as caries.
Pulp fiction? Oranges vs orange juice: ACS study asks which is healthier
Researchers have pitted oranges and orange juice against each other, in an effort to find out which is better for health.