B&G Foods to acquire Back to Nature, SnackWell's for $162.5m
B&G Foods has struck a deal to acquire cereals and snack food company Back to Nature Foods Company from Brynwood Partners, Mondelēz International and others for $162.5m.
Archives for August 20, 2017
Corbion develops new meat snacks mould inhibitor
Food solutions provider Corbion has created a new way to prevent mould in meat snacks.
My/Mo mochi ice cream to hit 6,000 stores in September
Mochi ice cream is quickly catching up to North American frozen treat staples like ice cream sandwiches and Klondike bars, according to category newcomer My/Mo, with market research firm IRI pegging the brand as the fastest growing frozen novelty item in...
‘Smart label’ could tackle fraud, bolster food safety
Scientists have developed what they describe as a “low-cost, portable, paper-based sensor” that could be used produce “smart labels” that detect food spoilage and contamination.
Fipronil egg contamination: Health risk ‘unlikely’ say German agency
There is ‘unlikely’ to be a health risk for those consuming fipronil-contaminated chicken eggs, the German Federal Institute for risk assessment said in response to the recent egg contamination scare in Europe.
Agrial ‘committed to growth’ in UK with another acquisition
French cooperative Agrial, which manufactures prepared salads under the Florette brand, has said its acquisition of MyFresh Prepared Produce will ramp up its presence in what UK managing director Doug Robertson said is one of Europe's most "dynamic" and...
India
Mars acquires Tasty Bite’s American parent
Mars Foods will buy the American-based owner of Tasty Bite Foodservice (TFS), a manufacturer of all-natural, ready-to-heat Indian and Asian food products, for an undisclosed price.
China will overtake the US as the largest dairy market by 2022
China will overtake the US as the largest dairy market by 2022 whilst India takes fourth place from 2021, according to research by Euromonitor International.
NutraIngredients-Asia state of the industry survey part 2: Raft of new regulations broadly welcomed by the sector
The raft of new supplement and functional food regulations introduced in the past two years, or those imminently pending, have been broadly welcomed by the industry in APAC, according to the findings of our inaugural State of the Supplements, Health &...
Acrylamide laws will not prohibit traditional foods, says Commission
Europe’s pending new acrylamide regulation will not prohibit certain traditional foods or culinary traditions, the Commission has said, following concerns raised by EU politicians.
UK cheese exports grow 25% in H1 2017
The UK Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has reported record exports growth in H1 2017, with a 25% increase in cheese exports.
Four Salmonella strains linked to papaya outbreak
Two different types of Salmonella have been added to an outbreak investigation into papayas which has sickened 173 people.
Serbian meat producer launches exports to China
Serbian meat processor IM Djurdjevic has signed its first deal to export 3,000 lambs to China, with eight more Serbian meat players finalising talks to launch beef exports the country.
J. Tech Sales now exclusive distributor for Novozymes’ enzymes sold into the juice, wine, and olive oil industries in US and Canada
J. Tech Sales has struck a deal to become the exclusive distributor for Novozymes’ enzymes sold into the juice, wine, and olive oil industries in the US and Canada.
Nourish Snacks revamps packaging, skips free-from claims for fun patterns and happier messages
When Nourish Snacks decided earlier this year to ditch its old white packaging in favor of bold patterns and bright colors it did so not only to standout better, but also to help consumers feel happy about choosing a better-for-you option and not like...
Lower prices and more flexibility key to broadening meal kit market, says researcher
High prices and the fear of being locked into a recurring subscription are the top two factors deterring Americans from embracing meal kit services, according to a new survey, which found that Millennials are the most receptive to the concept, but only...
As organic gains prominence, shoppers increasingly seek lower cost and higher value
Rising sales and household penetration of organic is a double-edged sword for the industry in the US as more Americans have started looking for lower prices, bulk packaging and easier access through direct to consumer channels, according to purchasing...
Nutrient density on food labels could boost healthy choices – research
Researchers have suggested that the addition of Nutrient Rich Food Indices to food labels could help consumers make healthier purchasing decisions.
South Korea lifts US poultry ban
The government of South Korea has lifted its ban on imports of US poultry and poultry products.
Analytik Jena collaborates with TATAA Biocenter
TATAA Biocenter has expanded its real-time PCR offerings with a thermocycler from Analytik Jena.
Foreign firms winning in battle for Vietnam’s soft drinks market
Foreign soft drink manufacturers have taken control of more than half of Vietnam’s US$4bn non-alcoholic drink market for the first time, as local players work out how best to compete.
China direct
Health, wealth and internet forcing instant noodle-makers to rethink
China’s appetite for instant noodles has been shrinking sharply in the face of growing popularity for food delivery and better awareness of healthier foods.
David v Goliath breakfast cereal battle gears up for NZ High Court
Like any other trademark holder, Sanitarium has little choice but to protect its brand, according to NZ Food and Grocery Council chief executive Katherine Rich.
China
Brazilian chicken suppliers under investigation for suspected dumping
China is investigating allegations of illegal dumping by Brazilian suppliers of broiler chicken onto its market.