Cargill profit up by 66% in ‘strong’ quarter
Global agri-food corporation Cargill has reported a formidable 66% rise in net profit for the first quarter of the fiscal year.
Archives for October 4, 2016
Rebranding as Soul Sprout gives former Two Moms in the Raw broader appeal, scientific grounding
Veteran snack-maker Two Moms in the Raw expands its portfolio of organic plant-based products after rebranding as Soul Sprout to appeal to more consumers and better communicate the added-value of its food as well as more firmly ground the company’s image...
JBT Corp to acquire Tipper Tie for $160m
JBT Corporation (JBT) has signed a definitive agreement to take over meat processing and packaging machinery manufacturer Tipper Tie for $160m.
‘As industry shifts to proactive model we want them to look to Clear Labs’
Clear Labs has launched a Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) test which it claims can help retailers and manufacturers prevent and trace outbreaks.
Conflict and oil prices bring tough times for Nestlé in Middle East
Lower oil prices and disruption from conflicts in Syria, Iraq and Yemen have prompted the chief executive of Nestlé Middle East to brand the last year’s business as challenging for the Swiss multinational.
Successful UK adoption of Mediterranean diet key to CVD reduction: Study
Following a Mediterranean diet could lower the risk of developing conditions such as heart attack and stroke, according to a study from the University of Cambridge.
Research round-up: Cleaning system, MRSA concerns and machine learning
We have collected below the highlights from recent research relevant to food safety and quality control.
Piglet diarrhea: Australian player seeks regulatory backing for antibiotic alternative
Anatara has submitted an application to register a product, which is based on a natural extract from pineapple roots called bromelain, to control diarrhea in piglets, with the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA).
TUV India completes food safety project
TUV India has completed a project to improve food safety hygiene and product quality in the Indian food processing sector.
Innovation behind the Welsh food and drink industry's 30% growth target
Paid for by Welsh Government
Close collaboration between the Welsh Government, industry and academia is putting Wales at the forefront of investment, R&D and innovation in the food and drink sector.
What’s driving growth in cottage cheese? Zenith looks at trends in the sector
Dairy manufacturers can look to growth in cottage cheese, partly by referring to it as the original high protein cultured milk product, according to food and drink consultancy Zenith International.
Sonoma Brands hires PepsiCo exec to drive ZÜPA NOMA, build drinkable soup category
Initial response to drinkable soup ZÜPA NOMA is ‘off the charts,’ says Sonoma Brands
Drinkable soup ZÜPA NOMA has been flying off shelves in the west coast, according to owner Sonoma Brands, which has just recruited ex-PepsiCo exec Jennifer Berliner as director of marketing for the new brand.
Tetra Pak: Top 10 markets for 100% juice, 2015 & 2018
The top 10 markets for 100% juice have declined over the last three years, with the exception of China, which has seen CAGR of 11% between 2012 and 2015, according to Tetra Pak.
Vietnam hit with bird flu outbreak
Hundreds of chickens have been culled in backyard poultry farms in Vietnam following the outbreak of a highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) strain.
‘Time to take supplements and probiotics mainstream in South East Asia’: DuPont
In the second part of our interview with DuPont’s Asia regional president Dr Li Yongjing, we assess the potential for the dietary supplements industry in South East Asia and examine why probiotics may be about to go mainstream in emerging markets.
Oman looks to agriculture and fisheries as a means to import less
Oman’s government might soon turn to agriculture and fisheries as part of its bid to reduce the country’s reliance on food imports.
Private label success secrets: Come together or die unsatisfied
Retailers and suppliers need to collaborate more closely if they are to be successful in providing private label products that consumers really want, according to a private label management firm, TraceOne.
Dutch salt survey shows industry is failing on overall reduction targets
Dutch people are still “well above” recommended levels for salt as industry meets salt reduction targets for some foods but not others, according to a recent survey.
French call to food industry: Cut infant exposure to nine substances (now)
France’s food safety agency ANSES has published a snapshot of the diet of under-3s and the chemicals they are exposed to, calling for "particular vigilance" for nine dangerous substances.
Future ice cream flavors will feature nostalgia with a shot of whiskey, fruit blends & a savory spin
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean ice cream season is thanks to new flavor predictions from ingredient supplier Parker Products that extend the frozen dessert’s appeal into Fall and hint at what spring will bring when the weather warms back up.
Minimal joy for meat traders during Rio Olympic Games
Meat retailers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, have expressed disappointment that the Olympic and Paralympic Games in August had a weak impact on sales, although a selected band of suppliers did benefit.
Theo Chocolate warns confectionery industry to avoid ‘greenwashing’
Theo Chocolate says one of the greatest challenges it faces as a company committed to a responsible and transparent supply chain is “greenwashing” in the premium chocolate category.
Asahi set to bid for SABMiller’s Eastern European beer brands: reports
Japan’s Asahi Group Holdings is set to bid $4.87bn for SABMiller’s Eastern European beer operations in the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania, according to reports.
Aker files patent suit against new Chinese krill oil competitor
Litigation in the krill sphere continues to proliferate, with a new suit from Aker BioMarine against Chinese firm Luhua BioMarine.
‘Fountain of youth’ hormone best responds to low protein, high carb diet: Study
A low protein, high carbohydrate diet may be the most effective for stimulating a hormone with life-extending and obesity-fighting benefits in later life, new research suggests.
Halal food industry worth $1.2 trillion, but more entrepreneurs needed
The Islamic economy continues to evolve and is no longer considered a niche segment, according to a new report that estimates it to be worth US$1.9tr.
Step aside peas, rice and algae.. there's a new protein in town, from Shiitake mushrooms...
Shiitakes are loaded with nutrients, and also contain more protein than rival mushrooms (up to 18% by dry weight), although many other foods contain more. But what if you could use their filament-like roots (mycelium) to manufacture a high-quality,...