Argentine mesquite gum may help encapsulate fish oil: Study
An exudate gum from Argentine mesquite (Prosopis alba) may protect fish oils in alginate beads, and open up new fortification opportunities, says a new study from Argentina.
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Life after China’s plastic-waste import ban: Sustainable answers for plastics
'Since China banned imports of household plastics wastes on January 1, European food producers and retailers have intensified efforts to reduce or eliminate plastic.
LATAM marketing is 'always upscale' even when targeting the masses, says expert
American brands eyeing the plentiful opportunities in Latin America must understand and adapt to the wealthy ideals widespread among consumers, a marketing expert says.
Brazil's organic future? We need to move beyond primary produce, says industry head
Brazil must shift its organic strengths towards secondary production, the animal sector and functional ingredients if it wants to secure a brighter future, says the executive director of Organics Brasil.
Tyson spreads its protein bets with minority stake in cultured meat start-up Memphis Meats
If some commentators are predicting a pitched battle between plant-based, animal-based, and cellular agriculture, Tyson Foods - the largest meat-packer in the US is clearly more agnostic about its protein sources – with its venture arm taking a minority...
Bobo’s reaps rewards from retailers as it defies downward pricing pressure in nutrition bar category
Despite downward price pressure in the nutrition bar category, Bobo’s continues to sell its organic oat bars for nearly three times as much as its competitors – helping it curry favor with retailers and earn prime in-store positioning that further boosts...
Nestlé expands its footprint in sparkling water category with brand targeting mainstream shoppers
After dominating the premium end of the sparkling water category with Perrier and S.Pellegrino, Nestlé Waters North America is going after the mainstream shopper, and an even larger share of the fast-growing segment, with the launch of new and updated...
More than 800 sickened and 80 dead from Listeria in South Africa
The case count in the South African Listeria outbreak has risen again as the search continues to find the source.
Germany's MCS reaches out to innovative food start-ups
German convenience wholesaler Mein Convenience Service (MSC) hopes to build “stronger cooperation” with start-up companies and their “innovative products”.
Spectris sees Malvern Panalytical synergies after deal
Spectris has acquired Concept Life Sciences for £163m from a private equity group.
‘Surge’ in climate leadership puts greater focus on the supply chain
Last year saw a “surge” in climate leadership, prompting environmental disclosure platform the Climate Disclosure Project (CDP) to praise food and beverage companies including Nestlé, Ajinomoto, Coca-Cola, Kellogg and Unilever for their supplier...
Romanian poultry meat producer to invest in expansion
Avi-Top plans to invest €6 million to modernise its production capacity, allowing the Romanian poultry producer to significantly grow its revenue, according to senior company representatives.
Grass is greener for healthy, novel protein, say researchers
Cheap, plentiful and with an amino acid profile similar to eggs, grass could be the next sustainable protein ingredient for food manufacturers, say Danish researchers, who have already created a grass protein bar.
India’s growth is a massive opportunity for food firms
UK food and drink manufacturers are being urged to target India’s £305bn industry as it is expected to grow rapidly in the next two years.
Bacteria adulteration sparks US beef meatball recall
Listeria contamination has forced Rich Products Corporation to launch a multi-state recall of 1.5 tonnes (t) of frozen beef meatballs.
Glanbia Ingredients to spearhead €30m European whey research project
Glanbia Ingredients is to coordinate a European Commission (EC) project called AgriChemWhey.
Automation firm Duravant in $175m takeover bid
US automation machinery provider Duravant is to acquire food processing equipment supplier Key Technology for US$175m.
Victims group says more Salmonella cases linked to Lactalis
At least 10 more children have been infected by Salmonella from Lactalis infant milk products, according to a group representing families of those affected.
Danish government slams 'political mudslinging' at heart of nutrient profile debate
The Danish government has reiterated its call for nutrient profiles to stop unhealthy foods making health claims, slamming the "political mudslinging" that has prevented them from becoming a reality so far.
Russia to strengthen foothold in organic meat market
Russia could take its share of the global organic market, including meat, from 10% to 25%, according to Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, following adoption of an organic farming bill.
Pakistan lifts ban on three prominent mineral water brands
Over the weekend, Pakistan’s Supreme Court lifted the ban on the production and sale of three prominent mineral water brands.
China infant formula: Safety rating hit 99.5% in 2017, officials reveal
Officials in China have published new data showing that 99.5% of infant formula samples tested in 2017 met safety standards.
Australian men eating twice the recommended daily levels of salt — new findings
Men in Australia are ingesting almost twice the recommended maximum daily intake of salt, with women not far behind, new data reveals.
Severe labour shortage leaves Australia with glut of wasted fruit
Australia is facing a mounting problem of finding fruit pickers during the fruit harvesting season, and hundreds of tonnes of fruit are going to waste.
Anti-GM group calls for Golden Rice review in Australia and New Zealand
Campaign group GE Free NZ wants regulator Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) to review its draft approval for Golden Rice, which is genetically modified to produce beta-carotene.