Seegene seeks wider adoption of real-time PCR
Seegene is developing second-generation real-time PCR technology which it has patented in the US and Europe.
Archives for April 27, 2017
Austrian start-up taps into fermentation trend with umami-packed seasoning
With its umami-packed, fermented seasoning made from locally-sourced, organic lupin and oats, Austrian start-up Genusskoarl is bringing to the market its "soy sauce adapted to European tastes".
Game on: Four industry giants pledge to use French nutrition logo
France's official - but voluntary - nutrition label has its first takers as retailers Intermarché, Leclerc and Auchan as well as meat, seafood and ready meal manufacturer Fleury Michon commit to its use on their products.
Chickpeas suspected source of hummus taste issues
Hummus was removed from shelves in some UK supermarkets and recalled by a Swedish company due to ‘taste issues’.
Fancy a cruise through Chicago’s waterways with the bosses of SPINS, Presence Marketing and KeHE?
Are your taste buds tickled by the prospect of a food tour of Mexico with Chef Rick Bayless? Or maybe an intensive business strategy session with Presence Marketing CEO Bill Weiland in Barrington Hills, Illinois, is more your thing?
Ajinomoto’s Advantame sweetener approved in Canada
The zero calorie sweetener Advantame by Ajinomoto has been approved for use in Canada, the company announced this week.
China pork retailer nears deal with Metro
Retail giant Metro and pork retailer Yutu are nearing a deal that would enable China-based Yutu to boost distribution across Asia through stores operated by Germany-based Metro.
Fruit juice does not warrant a ‘healthy’ food label, says CSPI
'Healthy' bones of contention: Stakeholders at odds over added sugar and saturated fat
There is significant disagreement between key stakeholders over how to define ‘healthy’ on food labels, with added sugar and saturated fat proving the biggest bones of contention, and heated debate over whether fruit juice deserves a ‘healthy’ label.
EU low-cal diet industry "could fold" if rules rubber stamped, warns trade body
New rules on low calorie diets could wipe out manufacturers and distributors of weight loss programmes in Europe, according to an industry trade body which is urging regulators to seek a compromise agreement.
Saturated fats don't increase heart risk? Fat chance, say critics
Saturated fat does not clog up arteries nor increase the chance of a heart attack, according to a team of doctors whose views have triggered a wave of criticism.
Navis Capital acquires large NZ egg and feed producer
Private equity firm, Navis Capital, has taken a majority stake in New Zealand’s integrated animal feed and egg production businesses, Mainland Poultry.
Plastic bits cause recall of 60 tonnes of poultry
Foster Poultry Farms is recalling 131,880 pounds (60 tonnes) of frozen, ready-to-eat breaded chicken patties after US shoppers reported discovering pieces of clear plastic packaging in the products.
EU food sector unprepared for droughts set to hit palm oil, soy & cocoa
Europe’s food industry could be left exposed to supply shortages and rocketing prices as climate change increases the risk of droughts in key commodity-producing countries.
Pair who sold turkey as halal lamb jailed
Two men who supplied turkey described as halal lamb have been found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud and jailed for five years.
Steaz organic cactus water line expands distribution amid plant water boom
A legacy brand in the natural channel since its 2002 launch with organic sparkling green tea, Steaz is now enjoying the momentum of low-sugar, plant-based waters, and recently expanded distribution of its cactus water line with Sprouts, Pharmaca, and New...
US grass fed beef brand boosts sales channels
PRE Brands has expanded its US grass fed beef to New England in Shaw’s and Star Market outlets and online at Jet.com and has added 1/3 lb. hamburger patties to its lineup.
Trump’s biggest tax cut in US history thrills meat sector
The US government plans to cut taxes for big and small businesses in the largest reform since the Reagan era – and the meat industry is pleased that the death tax will be repealed.
Soup-to-Nuts Podcast: Driving ecommerce sales with an omnichannel marketing approach
Sales of food and beverage online may be lagging significantly behind those of other consumer packaged goods, but analysts expect them to pick up exponentially in the coming years – meaning now is the time for brands and manufacturers to develop a game...