Animal health firm gets Malaysian antibiotic approval
A subsidiary of London-based veterinary drug producer ECO Animal Health Group plans to become a “major force” after its poultry antibiotic was approved for sale in Malaysia.
Archives for June 4, 2017
Sargento attorney: This case is without legal basis and speculative
Sargento 'natural' cheese under fire in new lawsuit over GMO feed, rbST milk
Should dairy brands using milk from cows that may have consumed GM feed or been treated with rbST be allowed to market their wares as ‘natural’? Not according to the latest in a new wave of false advertising lawsuits arguing that products utilizing...
Cargill in Colombia with Pollos El Bucanero takeover
International agri-food giant Cargill has entered the Colombian market through the acquisition of poultry firm Pollos El Bucanero SA, for an undisclosed sum.
Taiwan e-commerce platform turns to blockchain for traceability
An e-commerce platform that connects food vendors with farmers in Taiwan has launched OwlChain, which it claims is the world's first blockchain food provenance system of its kind.
Mother Dairy refurbished milk processing plant inaugurated in Nagpur
Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of India’s National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), has inaugurated its refurbished Nagpur plant.
China direct
Tianning deal completes as Kerry continues Asia push
The purchase by Kerry Group of Chinese ingredients firm Tianning Flavours and Fragrance has gone through for an undisclosed price.
Eurofins boosts genetic testing footprint
Eurofins Scientific is to acquire GATC Biotech AG (GATC) for an undisclosed price.
Meat crime ‘not a big deal’ in Spain
While Spanish police have busted two separate meat crime operations within the last month, the National Meat Processing Industries Association of Spain (ANICE) has claimed illicit activity is rare.
Frozen berries linked to Hepatitis A outbreak
A frozen mixed berry product has been recalled due to a link to four hepatitis A cases in Australia.
Murray Goulburn axing products as job cuts loom
In a letter to suppliers, Australian dairy company Murray Goulburn Co-operative Co. Limited (MG) said it is discontinuing several products as job losses take place.
Crucial role of ethnicity and breastfeeding for infant gut microbiota revealed
There are considerable differences in the gut bacteria of children of South Asian heritage compared to Caucasians, with a new study highlighting the strong influence played by ethnicity and breastfeeding.
Blue Apron prepares for IPO: ‘We have reimagined the traditional grocery business model’
A “powerful and emotional brand connection,” “constant product innovation,” “attractive unit economics,” a “hard-to-replicate value chain,” and “proprietary technology and data,” help Blue Apron stand out in the burgeoning meal kit market, says the...
A scientific first: Study highlights potential cardiometabolic benefits of prebiotics
Supplementing the diet with inulin-type fructans may improve the function of the endothelium in blood vessels and reduce the risk of metabolic disorders-related cardiovascular diseases, says a new study.
Russia to toughen antibiotic stance following scandal
Russia’s sanitary body Rospotrebnadzor is aiming to develop new methods of identifying antibiotic residues in food products within the next three years.
Coca-Cola and partners invest $1.7bn in Indian agri ecosystem
Coca-Cola has collaborated with its bottling partners, fruit suppliers, and processors in India to contribute $1.7bn to the country’s agribusiness over the next five years, with much of the investment going towards expanding the company's juice portfolio.
Mérieux NutriSciences expands footprint in India
Mérieux NutriSciences has bought Bangalore Testing Laboratories Pvt to strengthen geographical presence and expand services in India.
Free Flavor Trends Webinar, June 14 at 11:30 EST
Looking at foodservice, what flavor trends can CPG food and beverage follow?
There’s been an increase of ‘global’ flavors in menu items, according to Mintel’s 2017 Foodservice Trends report.
What is a probiotic? IPA releases guidance document on qualifying probiotics
The definition of probiotic varies by region, and an increasing number of products potentially mislabeled as “probiotic”. In response, the International Probiotics Association has released a guidance document.