European Cardiology Society urges EU trans fat ban
The European Cardiology Society (ECS) has urged European policymakers to follow the United States’ lead and ban the use of artificial trans fats in the EU.
Archives for July 8, 2015
Marketing to millennials: Mass-produced food with a personal touch
The food industry has evolved to mass produce food in complex supply chains – so how can it appeal to millennials’ desire for personalised, authentic and artisanal food?
Project7 rivals gum’s big boys with philanthropy and crazy flavors
US social enterprise Project7 is carving a niche for itself in the highly consolidated chewing gum market with novel flavors such as birthday cake and sour caramel apple.
More than 150 sickened, outbreak started late last year
Sweden investigates Salmonella from spices outbreak
More than 150 people have been sickened by Salmonella in Sweden with authorities linking the illnesses to spice mix.
‘Excellent news’: Cider campaign welcomes UK Budget pledge to keep duty exemption, contrary to EU directive
The UK government has pledged to retain a duty exemption for small-scale cider makers, a policy that has been threatened by the European Commission.
Neighbouring Fonterra and A-ware plants get the royal treatment at opening
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands was on hand to officially open Fonterra's first wholly-owned and operated European ingredients plant.
MEPs back TTIP but reject investor clause
MEPs have voted through a resolution supporting TTIP on condition the ISDS clause is replaced – but the proposed replacement has drawn criticism.
Chinese crack down on ginkgo
The Chinese Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) has taken action against local suppliers found to be engaged in supplying substandard versions of the botanical, ginkgo biloba.
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Thai fishermen prolong strike after government impounds vessels
Thai fishermen prolong strike after government impounds vessels
Which new food and beverage products had the highest purchase intent scores in June?
Snacks dominate the June edition of Instantly's shelf score ranking of new products, with Reese's limited edition mini sticks, Fiber One strawberry cheesecake bars and Oreo S'mores all notching up strong purchase intent scores.
PepsiCo’s leadership appointments help address the rise of digitally connected consumers
PepsiCo has announced a series of appointments, including one to address the importance of digitally connected consumers and e-commerce distribution channel.
Premium Brands buys US sausage-maker Isernio’s
The acquisition of US sausage brand Isernio’s has been announced by global speciality food business Premium Brands Holdings Corporation.
Vion appoints new CEO
Vion Food’s new CEO is Francis Kint, who was previously CEO of Univeg, a worldwide supplier of vegetable and fruit products since 2013.
Summer Fancy Food Show
U.S. tea sales climb as consumers seek healthy drinks & new flavors
Sales of tea in the U.S. are growing quickly as more Americans are drawn to the beverage for its health benefits, rich history and artisanal qualities, according to industry stakeholders.
Coca-Cola suffers setback in juice labeling lawsuit
A California judge has refused to throw out a false advertising lawsuit accusing Coca-Cola of misleading shoppers by marketing a juice comprised almost entirely of apple and grape juice as a ‘Pomegranate Blueberry flavored blend of 5 juices’.
US red meat exporters enjoy boost from Korea
Korea offers hope to US beef and pork exporters after international trade lost momentum in May, falling below levels for last year in both volume and value.
Sensus, Ganeden team up to offer stable liquid prebiotic/probiotic ingredient
Ganeden Biotech has teamed up with ingredient supplier Sensus in an alliance to bring a liquid prebiotic/probiotic ingredient to market that adds functionality to food formulations and also solves an issue that prevents wider application of probiotics,...