Artificial sweeteners raise stroke and dementia risk, study claims
Drinking at least one artificially sweetened beverage daily may increase the risk of developing stroke or dementia compared to those who consumed this drink less than once a week.
Archives for April 20, 2017
Could banning cargo offloading put an end to seafood malpractice?
A worldwide ban on transshipment of cargo on high seas maybe the only answer to endemic environmental and human rights abuses in the seafood supply chain, despite an inevitable rise in costs, say researchers.
Sir Kensington’s joins Unilever: ‘This allows us to expand distribution while holding true to our values’
Unilever has struck a deal to acquire New York-based condiment maker Sir Kensington’s, under which co-founders Mark Ramadan and Scott Norton will continue to run the business from their offices in Manhattan.
One in three shoppers will buy groceries online this year, says Unata report
E-grocery is no longer a differentiator—it is now a “critical method of doing business,” according to online grocery consultancy firm Unata.
Second Salmonella recall this month for US food firm
Packaged foods company Conagra Brands has recalled over 50 tonnes of chicken nugget ready meals after a supplier said one ingredient may contain Salmonella.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Will Moringa knock kale out of the top superfood spot?
For years kale has reigned supreme as the go-to superfood for many Americans thanks in part to its relatively low cost, nutrient density, broad accessibility and the plethora of ways to enjoy it from green smoothies to chips to raw salads and stir-fries.
Exova accepts £620m takeover bid from Element
Element Materials Technology is to acquire Exova Group for £620m (€741m).
Tyson Foods appoints first-ever sustainability exec
One of the US’ largest meat processors, Tyson Foods, has appointed Justin Whitmore as its first sustainability leader as the company takes steps towards a cleaner footprint on the planet.
Sir Kensington's co-founder: 'We wanted to make sure that we weren’t going to be swallowed up and de-prioritized'
Does selling up mean selling out? Not if you go in with your eyes open, say the co-founder of upmarket condiments brand Sir Kensington's, which has just jumped into bed with Unilever, but says the brand will retain its autonomy, its integrity, and its...
New CEO for Kerry Group taste and nutrition
Irish ingredient supplier Kerry Group has appointed Malcolm Sheil as new CEO and president of its European taste and nutrition division.
New product roundup: Vegan Bars, Fava Bean Crisps and Ready To Bake Cupcakes
BakeryandSnacks presents a roundup of products that caught our eye this month.
Supplier ingredient causes second Conagra Salmonella recall in a month
Ingredients used in a brownie mix as part of a Conagra Brands meal may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Russian meat giant plans huge lamb farming hub
Agricultural holding Miratorg plans to construct a 30,000-strong sheep farm in Russia, and wants to build 10 more in the same region, creating one of the world’s largest lamb clusters.
DuPont health & nutrition president on mega mergers, start-up successes and new product launch plans
Despite its recent mega mergers and billion-dollar business deals, DuPont is still very much focussed on collaborating with start-ups. “Not everything has to be invented in our labs,” its nutrition and health president Matthias Heinzel tells FoodNavigator.
Nutriati’s chickpea protein is white, odorless, and neutral-tasting
Chickpea protein in the spotlight as high-profile investors pump $8m into Nutriati
Commercial quantities of highly functional, neutral-tasting chickpea protein concentrates and a high-protein chickpea ‘flour’ will be available by the end of the year, says Richmond-based Nutriati, which has just closed an $8m financing round to help...
Aussie packaging start-up snapped up as RPC continues global charge
A Melbourne food packaging start-up has been acquired by RPC for an undisclosed sum—the latest purchase by the global plastics player in a frenzied buying spree.