Soprole works with Tetra Pak to launch new probiotic format for children
Chilean dairy brand Soprole has launched a new probiotic product for children, packaged in a 80 ml Tetra Pak container – the first time such packaging has been used in Chile.
Archives for May 24, 2018
Açaí power: How much growth potential does this nutritious native berry truly have?
The açaí berry market has boomed in the last decade, driven by its super food status in Western markets but what does the future hold for this antioxidant-rich fruit?
Putting switchel on the map: Up Mountain Switchel diversifies gut health beverage space
Up Mountain Switchel, a six-year-old beverage company started in Vermont is continuing its path of reinvigorating a heritage recipe with its most recent product launch, Original Swizzle, a carbonated switchel drink that uses fresh ginger root, Vermont...
Kroger acquires meal kit company Home Chef for $200m: ‘The future of our industry is omni-channel’
Kroger and Home Chef announced a merger agreement that will bring the Chicago-based meal kit brand to thousands of stores across the country signaling a massive evolution of meal kit companies vying for the in-store, non-subscription space.
‘Innovation leadership is key’: Nestlé reorganises its R&D operations
Swiss food giant Nestlé is reorganising its research and development operations in a bid to further strengthen its innovation capabilities.
Tate & Lyle making stevia ‘integral’ with Sweet Green Fields stake
Tate & Lyle is taking a stake in integrated global stevia ingredients company Sweet Green Fields as it works to accelerate portfolio development.
'Complex' cultures meet rising demand for Feta-style cheese, says Chr Hansen
Feta-style cheese is the fastest growing cheese type globally, according to Danish supplier Chr. Hansen, which has launched culture strains that produce a "rich and complex flavour" to meet the demand.
NAOOA strengthens olive oil quality standards to boost consumer confidence and sales
“It’s critical to encourage more people to use olive oil, not to intimidate them by thinking they can’t afford it or they’re not going to get the real deal. That’s why we continue working to strengthen our standards and educate consumers,” says Joseph...
Omega-3s from plants: ‘This technology is going to have a massive impact on the industry’
As demand for omega-3s continues to rise, alternative sources are being explored, with many think that genetically engineered oil seed crops could have a massive impact on easing pressure on fish stocks.
The Mediterranean diet is gone, says WHO chief
With Greece, Italy, Spain and Cyprus showing the highest levels of childhood obesity in Europe, the Mediterranean diet is gone, according to World Health Organisation (WHO) chief João Breda. “Those who are close to the Mediterranean diet are the Swedish...
PerkinElmer and Agilent expand in Asia
PerkinElmer and Agilent have expanded their analytical instrument portfolios in Asia.
News in Brief
Two sick in Spain with link to raw milk cheese
Two Staphylococcal food poisoning cases have been linked to raw sheep’s milk cheese in Spain.
Brazilian truckers’ strike causes production issues for BRF
Brazilian processor BRF has been forced to halt production at four of its facilities due to a truckers’ strike in the country.
Chinese company steps up halal beef production
A leading Chinese beef firm with overseas halal sales is opening a new plant this month that will double its capacity.
Sirloin tops UK steak poll
Sirloin has been identified as the UK’s favourite cut of steak in a survey conducted by opinion.life as part of the World Steak Challenge event.
Lack of understanding of fatty liver disease in Taiwan reveals opportunity for supplement and functional food firms
Supplement and functional food firms have a considerable opportunity to help educate consumers, and increase sales, of products targeted to improve fatty liver disease.
How sharing services can help put Singapore dairy firms on the global map
A one-stop dairy hub that will offer a range of research and development, processing, warehouse and tech services could help Singapore firms slash costs and increase export opportunities.
Four major food trends driving growth in China: Fonterra
Dairy giant Fonterra says four major trends are driving growth in China — and all of them are stemming from the nation's rapidly-growing middle class.