Focus on fat not sugar reduction to keep consumers: Study
Companies who reformulate to reduce sugar may risk losing more consumers than with reduced fat, find researchers.
Archives for August 31, 2015
French supermarkets commit to voluntary food waste package
France’s major retailers, including Carrefour, Aldi and Lidl, have signed a voluntary contract to replace the food waste law – but a British industry group has called it a distraction from the real issue, saying similar measures are not needed in the UK.
Greece and Latvia opt out of Monsanto MON810 re-authorisation application
Biotech giant Monsanto has said it will abide by requests from Latvia and Greece to be excluded from its application for re-authorisation of its MON180 maize in the European Union, but accused the countries of ignoring science.
AFFI: FDA needs more funds to support FSMA but not through user fees
A coalition of more than 60 groups has called for additional US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) funding to come from the Congressional budget rather than new user fees.
Stock exchange woes hit Chinese meat industry
Meat and other agricultural businesses in China have been among the worst hit by the slump affecting Chinese stock exchanges.
a2 Milk Company takeover talks with Dean Foods 'ceased': Freedom Foods
Freedom Foods has "ceased detailed discussions" with US dairy giant Dean Foods on their failed joint bid to acquire the a2 Milk Company (a2MC).
Study confirms blood sugar management potential of chromium picolinate
Supplements of chromium picolinate may help to control blood sugar levels in people with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes, says a new study from Brazil.
New CEO wants to make BFY Holdings global leader in healthier snacks segment
PopCorners manufacturer BFY Holdings is on a mission to become a global leader in the booming better-for-you snack category and to help it the company has tapped an industry veteran with substantial leadership experience as its new president and CEO.
Ranchers concerns avoided as states block water management legislation
A federal court ruling in North Dakota will partially block the implementation of the controversial ‘Waters of the United States’ rule, which had been due to become law today.
Class-action baked bread lawsuit dismissed against Whole Foods and other grocers
Three class-action lawsuits claiming grocers fooled shoppers into believing bread was freshly made in stores were dismissed by a United States District Court judge last week.
Nestlé USA accuses FIT CRUNCH bar maker of trademark infringement over ‘confusingly similar’ logo and packaging
FIT CRUNCH - baked protein bars developed by celebrity chef Robert Irvine and FortiFX founder Sean Perich – are sold in “packages nearly identical” to Nestlé’s CRUNCH chocolate bars, alleges Nestlé USA in a lawsuit accusing FIT CRUNCH brand owner Pervine...
Ongoing pricing tension between retailers, manufacturers threatens margins, IRI research reveals
Many consumers are cautiously optimistic that their financial situation is improving, but they continue to buy groceries based primarily on price and value – creating friction between manufacturers and retailers, IRI research reveals.
Bonduelle recalls corn due to Listeria
Bonduelle USA is recalling 9,335 cases of frozen corn because of Listeria monocytogenes findings.
No decision on South Korean cartel ruling appeal yet: Cargill
Cargill has not yet decided if it will appeal a ruling by South Korea’s competition authority claiming the firm was part of an animal feed price rigging cartel over several years.
Judge tosses most claims in unfair competition lawsuit vs Nestlé Waters North America, but allows some to proceed
A New York federal judge has dismissed most claims in a lawsuit accusing Nestlé Waters North America of “deceptive, fraudulent and predatory behavior” in a bid to drive a small competitor out of business, but allowed two claims to proceed.
Chipotle: People who eat GM foods are not themselves genetically modified. The same applies to cows fed GM feed…
Chipotle vows to fight ‘meritless’ GMO lawsuit, but case highlights legal minefield over Non-GMO claims
Chipotle says it will vigorously defend a “meritless and unfair” lawsuit accusing it of falsely advertising its wares as non-GMO. But attorneys say the case shows that firms are vulnerable to civil litigation over non-GMO claims if genetic engineering...
DNV: Acquisition backs commitment to grow in F&B
DNV GL has acquired a Norwegian inspection and certification body saying the deal underscores its commitment to grow in the food and beverage industry.
Maternal diet linked to risk of heart abnormalities at birth
A relatively healthy diet before pregnancy is linked to a lower rate of certain heart abnormalities in babies at birth, according to new research.
Chinese beef company claims top-notch traceability
China’s leading beef processor has “taken beef traceability to a new level”, according to the company’s boss.
Bangladesh wants to boost cattle trade with India
The Bangladesh government is developing proposals to boost the Bangladesh-India cattle trade by allowing sales at border markets (called haats), after Indian authorities curbed livestock smuggling.
South Asia radius
FSSAI looks to legal firms to form new regulatory guidelines
India’s food regulator has sought legal assistance to devise regulations that will govern product approvals, imports and procedures to issue guidelines.