Nanotechnology forms part of EU project
An EU project is to run pilot lines in operational industrial environments to manufacture antimicrobial polymer films.
Archives for December 7, 2016
Move over ghost peppers, common black pepper heats up in 2017, McCormick predicts
Exotic and over the top hot peppers have claimed the limelight the last few years, but in 2017 common black pepper -- a pantry staple in many homes -- will move to the center stage, predicts flavor and spice giant McCormick.
Calls made to include cancer warning on processed meat
Labels warning of cancer risks should appear on US processed meat and poultry products, according to The Center for Science and the Public Interest (CSPI).
DIY food kits are ‘the future of our society,’ CEO of Cultures for Health says
Increased awareness of and ongoing battles with diet related chronic health problems are pushing more consumers into the kitchen for the first time -- creating a massive opportunities for do-it-yourself kits that teach consumers how to make their own...
New India supplements and nutraceuticals rules receive backing of direct-selling industry
The Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA) has welcomed new rules for supplements and nutraceuticals announced by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), saying it is a crucial step towards better regulation in the country
New supplier set to make waves on the bio-marine scene
Start-up Bio-marine Ingredients Ireland (BII) hopes to become a major new supplier of lipids, protein and calcium powders following an initial €15m investment in its plant.
Nascens signs deal to supply wholesale tea to German retailer in India
The maker of Planta specialty teas will tap into German wholesale giant Metro’s cash-and-carry network in India.
Mycotoxin levels in animal feed on the rise
The level of mycotoxins found in UK and Irish wheat has increased over the past two years, according to a new survey.
Homemade or industrial: When it comes to tomato sauce, the industrial sort may be richer in antioxidants, says study
In the debate of whether or not the family recipe for homemade tomato sauce is superior than a store-bought jar, a new study suggests that the latter may have more bioavailable antioxidants than the former.
And the award goes to... What did Dutch consumers choose as 2016's most misleading product?
Dutch watchdog FoodWatch has announced the winners of its annual ‘GoldenEgg’ award for the year’s most misleading product, as voted by members of the public.
B. cereus outbreaks characterised to improve monitoring
Seventy four Bacillus cereus outbreaks which resulted in 911 human cases over seven years in France underlines the need to improve monitoring, according to a study.
Russia set to approve heat-treated meat exports to Japan
Russia is close to approving veterinary certificates for exports of meat, in particular heat-treated beef, from the Kaliningrad facility of Miratorg to Japan, Russian veterinary body Rosselkhoznadzor reported on 5 December.
MENA Millennials driving demand for bakery and snacks, says Golden Agri-Resources
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is developing a taste for luxury products, especially premium bakery goods, snacks and confectionery.
Tomorrow’s foods: How do you sway consumer choice and acceptance?
The rise of alternative ingredients, technological innovations and new approaches to gastronomy all look to provide more sustainable sources of nutrition in the future. But as food is changing to keep up with the times, is there a limit to how much...
Top 5 flavors forecast to shine for bakers and snack makers in 2017
BakeryAndSnacks has analyzed the ingredients company McCormick’s Flavour Forecast for 2017 and extracted some highlights that could assist baked goods and snack producers in new product development.
Spain and Estonia to tax sugary drinks
Spain and Estonia are the latest EU countries to announce plans for a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages.
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Byron Bay botanicals give punch to crowdfunded gin start-up
Australia’s newest distillery start-up has been using crowdfunding to bring to market a dry gin made from a wealth of local botanicals developed with the help of Scottish whisky master distiller Jim McEwan.
India’s new functional food and supplements rules: The key requirements every firm needs to know
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued its long-awaited rules for functional foods and supplements – publishing a 79-page set of criteria on its website.
Chr. Hansen names new executive vice president and chief science officer
Thomas Schäfer, current vice president at Novozymes, has been appointed chief science officer and executive vice president at Danish firm Chr. Hansen.
Smithfield makes greenhouse gas emissions pledge
US pork processor Smithfield Foods has announced plans to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 25% by 2025.
Walmart tests gas station grocery pick-up concept
Retail giant Walmart opened its second grocery pick-up and gas station hybrid store in Thornton, Colo., where shoppers can pick up their online order as they fill up their tanks.
AgriProtein and Twynam Group in licensing deal
Australasia to get 20 new insect feed factories
Insect feed producer, AgriProtein, has announced a licensing deal with its Australian partner, Twynam Group, that it said will see 20 insect feed factories being rolled out across Australasia.
Japan: Methionine facility set to target Asian poultry sector
Sumitomo Chemical is building a methionine manufacturing facility on the island of Shikoku in Japan.
Decrease in food recalls a positive sign - Stericycle
European food recalls were down slightly in Q3, according toStericycle ExpertSOLUTIONS.
EU economy loses €35bn a year due to counterfeiting
Counterfeiting is predicted to increase 3% per year worldwide leading to a rise in the anti-counterfeiting market over the next five years with CAGRs ranging from 12.8% to 16%, says PMMI (Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies).
ParTech updates food safety system
ParTech has released an updated version of its food safety system.
FDA offers guidance on how to determine fiber status of prebiotic ingredients
In a recently issued draft guidance, the Food and Drug Administration has shed more light on the process of determining what’s a fiber and what might not be—information that could be of critical importance for the marketers of prebiotics.
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Nestlé helps coconut growers with plantlets and model farms
Nestlé will donate 10,000 coconut plantlets to 2,000 farmers and develop two model coconut farms to demonstrate best growing practices.
Hilton Food Group plans for new Australian factory
Hilton Food Group is to build a new meat processing facility in Australia, to expand its packing capabilities.
IFCN workshop looks at Indian dairy challenges
The fifth IFCN Regional Workshop was held recently in Anand, India, with 50 experts from various backgrounds in the dairy industry contributing.