Durham Ranch: Bison demand surges as formats of meat products diversify
Once popular mainly among the food-service industry’s experimental chefs, bison demand grows as meat products from protein bars to bone broth compete for consumers.
Archives for March 15, 2016
New Zealand
Bees dumber, more forgetful after ingesting tiny doses of pesticide
A pesticide used internationally to protect food crops against insects and mites can produce severe learning and memory deficits in honeybees, even in very small doses.
Murray Goulburn A$300m plant to go ahead
Australian cooperative Murray Goulburn has entered into a framework agreement to establish a supply alliance with global paediatric nutrition company Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN).
Sugar tax on drinks: Yes, but, no, but... UK debate rages on
The UK's Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has taken an over-simplified approach to its analysis on the pros and cons of a sugary drink tax by not looking at evidence from similar policies in Europe, the US and Mexico, say researchers.
Consumers ‘actively seek’ clean-label alternatives
Almost a third of consumers actively seek products with some form of clean-label claim, while 70% of those purchasing dairy and bakery products say such claims influence their buying decisions, research by Ingredion has found.
Sampling on flights, in hotels can generate more exposure than in-store demonstrations
In-store demonstrations and sampling at events are tried and true ways to drive initial consumer trial and boost sales, but using the tactic in unconventional places – like on airplanes or in hotel rooms, can provide a more memorable experience and...
US in trade visit to TPP members Chile and Peru
Tom Vilsack, agriculture secretary for the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), has led a trade mission of business delegates, including meat officials, to Chile and Peru with a view to boosting bilateral trade.
Study supports magnesium threonate potential for cognitive health
Supplementation with magnesium threonate may improve cognitive function in older individuals with memory and concentration issues, say results of a randomized, controlled, double-blind study.
Dispatches from GFSC 2016 in Berlin
Not always logical to say: 'Here are rules now go and implement them'
It is not always logical to say ‘here are the rules now go and implement them’ when trying to manage food safety, according to a former Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) board member.
Bord Bía sends Irish beef to Obama for St Patrick’s Day
Ireland’s food board, Bord Bía, will promote food exports on St Patrick’s Day by sending top politicians, including US President Barack Obama, a box of Irish beef.
Food and drink recalls jump, according to RPC research
Food and drink recalls significantly increased in 2014/15, according to a London-based law firm.
Australian meat firm redesigns organic labelling
Australian clean meat company Cleaver’s has redesigned its meat packaging to help consumers easily identify the ethical and humane way the company believes meat should be produced.
VersaCold boosts cross-border transportation services
VersaCold Logistics Services has acquired Coastal Pacific Xpress (CPX) and described it as a major step in its supply chain business.
PepsiCo rolls out ‘PepsiMoji’ campaign, as packaging gets more creative and personal
PepsiCo is expanding its ‘PepsiMoji’ campaign across more than 100 markets this year, championing the use of a ‘universal language system’ to engage with consumers worldwide.
Sensory profiling just got simpler, faster and cheaper: Nofima
Sensory profiling and product testing can be complicated, but Norwegian researchers have developed methods that are simpler, faster and cheaper, allowing smaller companies to carry out their own new product development, they say.
Commission aims at emergency aid for meat sector
The EU has said the agriculture industry is in a “state of crisis” and aims to roll out an emergency aid package to rescue the beleaguered sector from further turmoil.
Expo West 2016
Annie’s president: Today 4-5% of the US food market is organic, but we could get to 20%
As the debate over the meaning of the most controversial term in food marketing (‘natural’) heats up now the FDA has finally weighed in, more food companies will seek organic certification, predicts Annie’s president John Foraker, who reckons organic...
RangeMe streamlines product discovery process for Target, Jet.com: 'It solves a real pain point in the industry'
If you felt overwhelmed at Expo West, imagine what it’s like for retailers, who are inundated with pitches from entrepreneurial food companies on a daily basis. But what if there were a simpler way for buyers to identify and compare new products and...
Expo West 2016
The number of bites, not calories, influences satiety, Enjoy Life Foods CMO says
Research showing the repetition of taking multiple bites is more satiating than one piece or bite regardless of the calorie-count is what inspired Enjoy Life Food to develop mini versions of its popular full-sized soft and crunchy cookies and to launch...
EU healthy eating funding discriminates against plant proteins: ENSA
The EU is discriminating against soy and plant-based proteins that are nutritionally similar – or even healthier – than the sugary dairy products it has pledged to subsidise, says the European Natural Soy and Plant-Based Foods Manufacturers Association...
Burger cheese galore at Fonterra Eltham plant
The first slices of cheese have rolled off the new slice-on-slice line at Fonterra’s Eltham plant, in Taranaki, New Zealand.