Dairy & cardiovascular risk link ‘unwarranted’: Study
Linking the nutritional makeup of dairy products to an increase in cardiovascular risk is ‘unwarranted’ as research uncovers no meaningful association.
Archives for October 6, 2016
Unilever to relocate food R&D to Wageningen University
Global food giant Unilever is to relocate its R&D centres for food, home and personal care to Wageningen University in the Netherlands, creating what it calls "a global food innovation centre".
AccelFoods expands portfolio to focus on snacks, international flavors & small-batch production
Food- and beverage-focused venture fund AccelFoods’ latest cohort of six startups underscore the ongoing heavy influence on industry and market potential of healthy snacking, international flavors and small-batch production.
American Egg Board to get 'ethics training' after USDA uncovers 'inappropriate behavior' over Hampton Creek
The American Egg Board (AEB) engaged in “inappropriate conduct” in a bid to counter the threat of egg-free mayo maker Hampton Creek, although evidence to support more serious allegations of misconduct is lacking, concludes a review from USDA’s...
Pumpkin spice and caramel: Hostess Brands unveils fall product line-up
Hostess Brands has unveiled a range of new and returning items in its fall US product line-up.
Barry Callebaut invests $18m in Singapore factory
Barry Callebaut has expanded its chocolate factory in Singapore to meet growing demand for chocolate across Asia.
China issues disease warning to Australia
A stern warning over disease control has come from an inspection boss at one of the largest ports on China’s east coast, which is ramping up preparations for importing live cattle from Australia.
Calorie restriction boosts blood vessel health, study finds
A low-calorie diet may lessen the chances of developing weak blood vessels, a study has found.
Breathable films market to reach $3.21bn by 2021 with demand for longer-shelf life in packaged cheese
The global market for breathable films is estimated to reach $3.21bn by 2021, registering a CAGR of 7.5%, between 2016 and 2021, according to MarketsandMarkets research firm. The figure was $2.10bn in 2015.
Good palm oil is possible. This is what it looks like, says Palm Done Right CEO
At a time when the conversation around palm oil centres on deforestation, fires and habitat loss – and global demand shows no signs of abating – several companies have come together to create Palm Done Right, a new standard for ethical palm oil...
Spreading the joy: Australia’s growing taste for butter
Butter is currently winning the argument over its competitors, being purchased by far more Australian shoppers than margarine or dairy spreads and butter blends, according to market research.
Good news in ‘tough year’ for US meat exports
The US enjoyed its highest-ever pig meat exports for August as the value of trade increased by nearly a fifth, driven by improvements in Mexico and rapid year-long growth in Japan.
Australia
Penfolds winemaker given Australian science’s highest accolade
A prominent South Australian winemaker has been recognised as a leader in science for his contributions to oenology.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: The rise and evolution of meat snacks in America
In the past few years, Americans’ growing demand for protein and desire for on-the-go food opened the door for meat jerky to re-position itself as a healthy, convenient snack, which eventually lead to a full-blown love affair with all types of meat...
Young parents targeted in US beef campaign
US state beef councils are orchestrating a major beef campaign to encourage young parents to cook more beef for their children.
Mars warns of possible job cuts after merging chocolate division and Wrigley
M&M’s maker Mars has announced it will combine its chocolate and Wrigley segments to create a new division based in Chicago, called “Mars Wrigley Confectionery”.
Russia continues to battle ASF virus
African Swine Fever (ASF) poses a real threat to the meat markets of Central Europe and Asia, including China, according to Russia’s Agriculture Ministry and veterinary watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor.