Smuggling claim as Russia seizes 92 tonnes of meat
Russia’s veterinary watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor has launched an investigation into meat smuggling after it seized 92 tonnes (t) of meat and seafood in the Novosibirsk region.
Archives for November 14, 2016
China poultry firm targets growth in France
One of China’s leading poultry firms is training its eyes on the premium French market.
DSM prepares to bring fermented stevia to EU market
Ingredient supplier DSM has asked EFSA scientists to complete a scientific opinion for its fermentation-derived stevia.
UAE bans two ‘health risk’ supplements after FDA intervention
Two supplements have been banned from sale by the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention after receiving advice from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The top trending Ayurveda ingredients right now…and why they are destined to remain niche products in the West.
Tulsi, ashwagandha and cardamom are three of the hottest Ayurvedic ingredients right now, but the likelihood of them gaining mass appeal in Europe and the US is limited by scepticism of complementary medicine, it has been claimed.
New Zealand dairy industry assesses damage after earthquakes
The farming industry has pledged to help after two large earthquakes hit the South Island of New Zealand.
'Let me be frank: No other broad certification scheme for a sustainable agricultural crop goes as far as RSPO for palm oil.'
United Plantations chief defends RSPO
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) is battling a number of issues, from its own members adding 'palm oil-free labels' on product packaging to calls at an EU level to strengthen its certification criteria. But according to United Plantations...
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Katjes to launch ‘Cola the Cat’ in the Middle East
Katjes plans to launch ‘Cola the Cat’ jellies in 2017 after a successful year entering the Middle East market.
Migraine sufferers show differences in makeup of oral microbiome
Could migraines be triggered by what’s going on in the mouths of susceptible people? A recent study suggests that the makeup of the oral microbiome could play a role in bringing on the headaches that can debilitate migraine sufferers.
Amazon’s expanding Dash Button program boosts sales for food & beverage staples
A year and a half after Amazon launched its ill-timed Dash Button to critics’ misguided ridicule and mirth, the replenishment service has proven its potential impact on the bottom line of participating manufacturers is no laughing matter.
Züm XR farms out beverage brand, expands R&D for extended release caffeine ingredients
High demand for caffeine fortification in energy beverages has driven an expansion at Denver-based Züm XR, which has developed an encapsulation technology.
ConAgra brand Marie Callender’s partners with Habitat for Humanity
The frozen meal and dessert brand is using its high visibility to support Habitat for Humanity’s Comforts From Home Project using marked packages with a special code each, which will translate into financial donations to the organization when shoppers...
Food futures: TasteClouds, virtual food & EMS drive taste & texture development
Research that digitises the taste sensation to create ‘virtual flavour and texture,’ may prove to be of benefit to those on specialised diets or looking to reduce the amount of consumed sugar or salt.
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EFSA publishes novel food guide as centralised system kicks in
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published guidance documents on what it will look for in novel food applications under new EU rules.
Freeze-drying fruit is top technique for retaining nutrients: Study
Freeze-drying fruit retains almost all of its nutritional value and can help keep ingredient lists clean, according to a study funded by ingredient supplier Chaucer.
World Meat Congress 2016
Reducing meat consumption poses ‘significant’ health risk
Calls to cut meat consumption to reduce the risk of developing cancer raise serious health concerns and consumers heeding such advice could end up suffering from nutritional deficiencies.
Malnutrition affecting child cancer treatment in India
Young cancer patients in Delhi, India, will soon get nutritional support from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) as part of their treatment regime.
Kiwi dairy industry readies to learn impact of South Island earthquake
New Zealanders woke up to the news that South Island had been struck with a 7.8 earthquake last night.
Declining nutrient intakes still a worry in growing China, researchers say
Despite economic growth and reduction in income poverty, calorie intakes and nutritional wellbeing are declining in China, warn researchers.
Three things RSPO needs to do to avoid falling down the ‘anti- globalisation chasm’
Palm oil certification body RSPO needs to avoid becoming the next victim of the anti-globalisation and anti-establishment backlash that is sweeping the globe by getting closer to local growers and their communities, the body’s CEO has said.
What if you could enjoy a mind-blowing meal without eating a thing? Virtual reality heads to the kitchen
Eating involves smell, taste, touch, sound, and sight, which presents obvious challenges for anyone trying to simulate it in virtual reality. But what if you could enjoy a mind-blowing meal without eating a thing – or perhaps just a spoonful of something...
NACS 2016
Hershey: C-store has ‘large’ growth potential for seasonal confections
Seasonal confectionery c-store distribution is underdeveloped compared to other channels, despite the fact that the household purchase of seasonal confectionery is increasing,
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World Diabetes Day: 1000 actions to help 400+m people
Nearly 1000 actions – from screenings to policy statements to conferences and diet and lifestyle change promotion – are underway in 130+ countries as part of World Diabetes Day.
MassChallenge donates millions in its first Swiss awards
Swiss accelerator backs 6 start-ups in fairtrade coffee, food fraud, probiotics & more
Swiss start-up incubator MassChallenge has dished out almost €1.4m in funding to food based start-ups that are offering the industry a new approach to fair trade coffee; a device to fight food fraud; and a probiotic to boost the meat sector.
Aldi and Menora hit by ACCC action on oregano
Aldi and Menora must regularly test to prove products labelled as 'oregano' are what they say they are, following action from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
Trademark difficulties hamper Monster’s launch plans in China
Trademark issues and intense local competition among manufacturers have been holding up Monster Beverage’s charge into China. Yet its brand owners have high hopes for its fate in the world’s biggest energy drinks market.
Exports drive Poland’s expanded poultry meat production
In the first eight months of 2016, Poland’s poultry meat production rose to 1.6 million tonnes (T), a 17% increase compared with the same period a year earlier, according the state-run Institute of Agricultural and Food Economics (IERiGZ).
LGC builds reference material portfolio with acquisition
LGC has acquired a manufacturer of organic and inorganic reference materials.