HACCP importance recognised but implementation criticised
Certain HACCP concepts are not clearly understood leading to inconsistencies in implementation and controls, according to a Food and Veterinary Office (FVO) report.
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Protein and veg before carbs helps keep blood sugar in check, say researchers
The order in which we eat food could play a vital role in how our bodies manage post-meal blood sugar and insulin levels, a small study has reported.
New natural, cost-effective blocker for health-promoting, but bitter, phytochemicals
Geneva-based Natural Taste Consulting (NTC) is launching a plant-derived bitter blocker for applications such as dark chocolate, instant coffee, teas, energy drink and dietary supplements.
US ‘specialty gourmet’ channel has 1,000 stores and revenues topping $18bn, says SPINS
The US ‘specialty gourmet’ retail channel – led by retailers such as The Fresh Market and Mariano’s - has 1,000 stores and revenues topping $18bn, according to market researcher SPINS.
JBS to make further acquisition with Cargill pork business
Cargill is to sell its Wichita-based pork business to JBS USA Pork, for a proposed $1.45 billion.
Cargill disagrees with South Korean feed cartel ruling
Cargill may challenge the ruling of South Korea’s competition authority that claims the company was part of an animal feed price rigging cartel over a number of years.
Dawn Meats looks to double in size following Elivia acquisition approval
Irish processor Dawn Meat’s deal to acquire almost half of French farming cooperative Terrena’s beef processing division, Elivia, has been given the green light by the European Commission.
Ukraine and Russia to be Europe’s GM springboard
Ukraine and Russia are likely to become the bridgehead for the introduction of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) into the rest of Europe, according to the ceo of the French agricultural seeds and grain co-operative Limagrain.
Dang, that’s good! An entrepreneur’s guide to carving a niche in the healthy snacks market
A great product, deep pockets, and entrepreneurial zeal are critical to the success of any food start-up, but there’s always an element of luck, says Dang Foods’ founder Vincent Kitirattragarn, who impressed his first major customer with his toasted...
Dateline Southeast Asia
Aggressive food marketing throwing up weighty problem in Philippines
Aggressive food marketing throwing up weighty problem in Philippines
Force companies to reformulate and save thousands of lives: study
Mandatory salt reduction is the most effective way to reduce health inequalities and could save up to 4,500 lives in England each year, say scientists.
New chairman elected for EU sheepmeat group
The National Farmers’ Union’s (NFU UK) Charles Sercombe has been elected as chairman of Copa and Cogeca’s Sheepmeat Working Party.
Iran launches poultry exports to Russia
The first two Iranian companies have received approval to export poultry products to Russia, according to Hooman Fathi, director-general, Bureau of International Affairs and Specialised Organisations at Iran’s Ministry of Jihad-e-Agriculture.
FAO-OECD: Global food prices set to remain low to 2024
Global food prices are likely to remain low over the coming decade driven by lower oil prices, according to a joint FAO-OECD report.
The unwanted consumer? Beware the harbingers of failure, warn researchers
Positive product feedback is a good thing, right? Not if it is from a ‘harbinger of failure’ who repeatedly buys niche market and flop products, warn researchers.
Mars backs WHO’s 10% sugar guidance: 'We are not trying to hide behind any science or research’
Mars Chocolate North America is going against the industry tide by backing the World Health Organization's guidance that added sugar should account for under 10% of a person's daily calories.
China
'High-speed households’ suggests a Chinese two-speed economy is coming
Despite the recent slowdown in China’s economic growth, a vibrant group of high-speed households there will rapidly increase their spending between 2015 and 2020, according to a major new survey.