dispatches from Pittcon 2017
Artel stresses importance of pipette calibration
Pipettes should be calibrated on a regular basis to ensure their functionality, according to Artel.
Archives for March 21, 2017
Success of allulose in Mexico shows what’s possible in the US if added sugar labeling rules change, says Tate & Lyle
Allulose could change the sugar reduction game... if labeling rules are changed, says Tate & Lyle
Allulose – an ultra low-calorie sugar found naturally in jackfruit and figs that Tate & Lyle is making in commercial quantities from corn using enzymes – has got some high profile advocates including Quest Nutrition, but would gain significantly more...
Synthetic yeast creations pave way for improved food industry applications
Five new synthetic yeast chromosomes have been created could signal the advent of more nutritious food, less waste and improved processing efficiency, according to the team heading up the project.
Soy cultivation: What is the path to sustainable land use in Brazil?
Expansion of soy production in the Brazilian Cerrado is possible but it needs to be managed to preserve areas of biodiversity, says an expert.
Brazil reacts after beef scandal
The Brazilian government is to accelerate audits of 21 meatpacking plants as part of a police investigation into alleged corruption and tainted beef.
One in five shoppers want more apps to help them reduce food waste: Survey
Over 20% of consumers would like technology to help them tackle food waste, a new survey has found.
South Asia radius
Drinks companies unite to counter India’s looming health policies
Executives from some of India’s biggest food and beverage companies have begun discussing ways to join forces and lobby the government to abandon plans to squeeze the industry.
ADM to ramp up feed production with new production lines across China
Two new feed production lines will bolster Archer Daniels Midland’s China footprint at a time when demand for protein is growing rapidly.
Russian agribusiness invests to beef up food safety
Russian agro-industrial organisation Miratorg has invested over RUB75 million ($1.3m) to improve quality control at its giant beef production site.
Finnish food tech firm bags first prize for innovative ingredient sensor
Finnish food tech firm Spectral Engines has scooped up first prize in an EU competition for its food sensor that analyses ingredients, nutrients and detects allergens.
Cypriot chefs receive a taste of British beef
A host of Cypriot chefs benefited from workshops in preparing and plating Quality Standard beef from Britain to cater to a growing number of tourists.
WGS can address multiple questions in one experiment - study
Whole genome sequencing (WGS) clearly separates outbreak isolates from background isolates, according to a study.
Romanian company to expand cattle farms
Romanian cattle breeder Karpaten Meat Trading will expand its three beef farms in Sibiu to a total of 6,500 head thanks to rising demand for Angus beef.
Brazil meat scandal: trade hits back after police sting
After a major investigation showed evidence of rotten meat being consumed in Brazil and exported over the last two years, Brazilian meatpacking industry associations have accused the police of exaggeration.
Legislation to protect US food interests after foreign buys
Two US Senators have called for agriculture and food officials to have permanent representation on a committee that reviews proposed mergers and acquisitions of American companies.
Annie's sales set to reach $400m in fiscal 2017, says president
Annie’s president: ‘Over the last two years we’ve added four million new households each year’
While some commentators baulked at the $820m General Mills parted with to get its hands on Annie’s, the brand has gone from strength to strength since the deal closed in late October 2014, with sales set to reach $400m this fiscal year, and household...
Natural Products Expo West
Three tips for selling internationally-inspired, authentic products to Americans from industry veteran
Americans may be becoming more adventurous in what they eat – seeking international flavors and products – but some retailers and buyers are hesitant to stock these types of new products for fear that they won’t sell once they are on store shelves.
Natural Products Expo West
CPG accelerator SKU blends mentorship & networking to help startups succeed
Starting and growing a company is hard – especially in the highly competitive food and beverage industry, but Austin, Texas-based accelerator SKU is tipping the odds of success in favor of entrepreneurs with its “proven blend of mentorship, community,”...
Singapore looks to cash in from shelf life-extending packaging
Singapore’s state science agency is well on the way to launching a new packaging material that can extend the shelf life of foods by at least 50%.
OPINION: Why vitamin D is vital for women, especially in Asia
The recent occasion of the International Women’s Day provided a good opportunity to reflect on both gender equality, but also on differences between the genders, writes DSM senior scientist Barbara Troesch.
Bowel disease benefits of a diet low in certain carbs and sugars revealed: New Zealand data
Adhering to a low FODMAP diet - a diet low in certain sugars and carbohydrates - can help relieve symptoms for women suffering from both irritable bowel syndrome and endometriosis.
NUTRITION ASIA VIDEO SERIES
VIDEO - Singapore’s war on diabetes: Industry, academics and government 'need to line up like hunters'
With a staggering one million Singaporeans forecast to have type 2 diabetes by 2050 – that’ll be one-sixth of the population – this month’s Nutrition Asia video assesses what is arguably South East Asia’s biggest health crisis.
Unilever ranked at more than twice the value of KraftHeinz
Nestlé is the most valuable company in the world in terms of its corporate value and collective brand value while Unilever's total brand portfolio is over double that of KraftHeinz, according to a report.
Baobab could be the next big thing in gluten- and grain-free baking: Mintel
Baobab fruit powder is about to make the jump from superfood smoothie staple to gluten- and grain-free free baking ingredient, according to Mintel.
Eurofins expands in Singapore and Turkey
Eurofins Scientific has acquired two companies to boost testing services in Singapore and Turkey.
Indian regulator claims to have streamlined food import norms
Importers must now obtain licences from the Indian regulator before exporting food to the country, as part of new rules notified this month.
Saigon gets first ever food safety department
The former deputy director of Ho Chi Minh City’s health department has been named head of the city’s first food safety board.