Storck makes big US push with Toffifay
August Storck has repositioned its Toffifay brand in the US to appeal to female shoppers and hopes to compete in the affordable premium space.
Archives for February 9, 2017
Protein holds steady in 2017 but consumers become more sophisticated in their demands
Protein shows no sign of petering out in 2017 with many consumers still listing it as an “ideal attribute” for fortification across categories and an ever-growing list of sources from which manufacturers can choose, according to a product development firm.
Ethnicity not found to affect GI beverage response in Asia
The glycaemic response (GR) to beverages does not vary depending on Asian ethnicity, with Chinese, Indian and Malay displaying similar responses, a first of its kind study has established.
Crystal Diagnostics signs distribution agreement with LabGear Australia
Crystal Diagnostics (CDx) has signed an agreement to sell and distribute its pathogen detection platform in Australia.
Linpac hikes food packaging prices by 10%
Global food packaging manufacturer Linpac has announced it will increase prices by 10% for plastic food packages used by meat industry professionals, among others.
Five Irish food businesses ordered to close
A Kebab shop and an Indian takeaway were among five food businesses “acting carelessly” and putting consumers at “risk” hit with closure orders by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).
Clean label cull: French supermarket cuts 90 'controversial' substances from private label products
French supermarket Super U has pledged to remove or reduce 90 “controversial” substances from its private label range, including palm oil, aspartame, monosodium glutamate, bisphenol A and fructose-glucose syrup, citing consumer fears and the...
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KRAVE Jerky general manager: It’s our flavors that differentiate us
When KRAVE burst onto the scene in 2010, its all-natural credentials, premium packaging and gourmet flavors gave it a unique point of difference in the sluggish meat snacks market. Since then, however, scores of new entrants have started muscling in on...
HIA sues the DEA: ‘Stop treating hemp as something illicit’
The Hemp Industries Association (HIA) has filed a motion to hold the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in contempt of court for disregarding a 2004 ruling that hemp fiber, stalk, sterilized seed and oil are specifically exempted from the definition...
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The secret to making insects a snack staple? 'Make a shareable, social product,' says Jimini's
Alternative proteins are in high demand, but can consumers stomach the thought of eating insects whole? French start-up Jimini’s is on a mission to put crickets, worms and grasshoppers on our everyday menu.
Quinoa gene tinkering key to meeting worldwide food demand
Quinoa has the potential to provide a highly nutritious food source to the world’s growing population and a new genetic map can help researchers to breed in useful traits.
How to avoid a PR crisis in five easy steps
Sticking to the truth and not shying away from comment are sound strategies when an unexpected crisis like a product recall arises, writes director of Ingredient Communications’ Richard Clarke.
Aboriginal edible grubs: Forget dietary tastes, it’s the data that’s lacking
Even if people could be persuaded to ditch their Wagyu beef for a wood-boring grub, a lack of scientific information means, for now, traditional Aboriginal insects would be unlikely to become their new source of protein.
Thailand’s sugar major looks at ways to capitalise on high prices
Thailand’s biggest sugar manufacturer has filed a legal application with financial regulators to raise money for the expansion of its core sugar business, with proceeds to be used to build the company’s first new sugar refining factory.
Asia-Pacific sweetener market dynamics
Asia-Pacific stands out both as a region with high sweetener consumption and consistent growth. By 2019, the region is predicted to overtake declining Western Europe.
Coca-Cola’s fairlife launches ‘Superkids’ milk
Coca-Cola’s ultra-filtered premium milk fairlife has launched a children’s ‘Superkids’ variety, available in white milk and chocolate milk.
New dressings from Bolthouse Farms target underserved overlap between organic and better-for-you
Bolthouse Farms expands its footprint in the crowded dressing category with the launch of a new premium line that fills the whitespace in the unexpectedly bare overlap between organic and better-for-you options.
Commission to set maximum acrylamide levels in ready-to-eat foods
The European Commission plans to set maximum levels for acrylamide in ready-to-eat foods such as baby foods, crisps and breakfast cereals.
Food for Health Ireland improves information on milk proteins and peptides
While milk has been known as an ‘excellent source of proteins, calcium and vitamin D’ and therefore ‘good for your muscles and bones’ for many years, other attributes of milk for health enhancing activity have not been given the same focus.
EMD Millipore settles Clean Water Act violations
EMD Millipore Corp will pay $385,000 to settle alleged violations of the Clean Water Act (CWA).
The age of the soda tax: Moves in Asia-Pacific
Debate over sugar taxes hit the limelight last year, with the controversial topic grabbing headlines around the globe.
Chinese sweetener prices rising at last after spate of plant closures
After a year-long race to the bottom by Chinese manufacturers, acesulfame-K sweetener prices have grown steadily since May, with analysts expecting further increases then stabilisation as suppliers, including segment giant Anhui Jinhe, hold back on...
Groundbraking natural low-GI sugar revealed, with Nobel link
Until not long ago, Holista CollTech was best known for being the only company to produce ovine collagen using patented extraction methods.
Pilgrim’s Pride sees major fall in income
US poultry producer Pilgrim’s Pride saw its full-year income decline by nearly a third in 2016.
ALDI unveils $1.6bn store remodel plan; Whole Foods axes 1,200+ store goal
ALDI has unveiled a $1.6bn plan to remodel and expand 1,300 US stores by 2020, while Whole Foods has abandoned its 1,200+ store goal and says its new focus is on "disciplined growth" and encouraging its core customers to spend more.
Trump called to strike meat deal with Japan
Beef and pork bodies have called on US President Donald Trump to launch free trade negotiations with Japan as prime minister Shinzo Abe jets in for a state visit this week.