Canada to pilot immigration scheme for meat workers
A new immigration pilot is being launched in Canada to address the issue of labour shortages in the meat processing sector.
Archives for March 27, 2019
New Australian lamb definition 'positive' for red meat sector
Changes being made to Australia’s lamb definition are a win for the red meat sector and will open up new market opportunities, Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) CEO Patrick Hutchinson has claimed.
New general director for VLAM unveiled
Filip Fontaine is set to take over as general director of VLAM, Flanders’ Agricultural Marketing Board, replacing Frans De Wachter who will retire on 1 July 2019.
Food for thought
Activists should embrace allies in the move to plant-based meats
Activists should take a pragmatic approach and be willing to work with 'big food' in order to support an increase in consumption of plant-based options, Good Food Institute (GFI) executive director Bruce Friedrich suggests.
Merchandising fresh produce: Shoppers seek more snack-sized and local options
How brick-and-mortar retailers merchandise and present their fresh produce selection plays an important role in driving sales, shares the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) in its 2019 Power of Produce report.
‘Insatiable’ demand for balsamic vinegar means fraud is in the spotlight
‘Insatiable’ demand for balsamic vinegar means fraudulent products can be a tempting prize. But authenticity and traceability could actually prove a boon for the premium end of the market. FoodNavigator investigates.
From primary production to household: EU quantifies food waste across the bloc
The European Commission is preparing to rollout a common methodology for Member States to measure food waste at every stage of the food supply chain.
Finding stevia 'polarizing', beverage brand Petal switches up its sweetener ahead of national retail launch this summer
Sparkling botanical beverage brand Petal has had a busy first year as the company doubled its product line with three new flavors, underwent a reformulation (swapping out stevia and erythritol for organic agave), and is now primed for national...
'Healthy and indulgent': ABNC on growing Brazil's nut industry
Nuts are "delicious, nutritious and tailor-made for the functional food market"- but the market in Brazil is stagnating. FoodNavigator-LATAM caught up with the president of trade association ABNC about how it plans to change this.
Plant Lipids UK on a natural, vegan and transparent supply chain: ‘If you don’t have traceability, invariably you won’t supply’
There is growing demand for vegan status, 100% natural processes, and transparency across the supply chain, ingredients supplier Plant Lipids UK tells FoodNavigator.
At Expo West 2019, enduring appeal of protein shows
Not long ago, high protein content call-outs were reserved for ready-to-drink milkshakes and protein bars. Today, everything from snacks to pasta to frozen food boast high protein content on their packaging. What’s sustaining the protein fortification trend?
Eagle to showcase food safety solutions at IFFA
Integrated safety solutions for food safety can improve efficiencies and reduce risks, Eagle Product Inspection has claimed.
Hilton Food Group reports growth despite Brexit concerns
International meat processing business Hilton Food Group has revealed it has taken “mitigating action” and believes it is “sufficiently resilient” to withstand Brexit uncertainties, as it unveiled an increase in turnover and profits for the 52 weeks...
ABP extends Chinese retail partnership
Beef processor ABP is to extend its range of online products for Chinese retailer JD.com.
Tate & Lyle stevia sustainability research in China expected to yield new analysis and recommendations next year
Tate & Lyle expects its research on sustainable stevia production to yield analysis and recommendations by the first half of next year.
How digital traceability scheme reaps commercial benefits and builds trust between key players - Olam Cocoa
Using digital tools to trace the entire supply chain produces not only commercial and reputational benefits, but also fosters trust between firms and its partners, according to Olam Cocoa.
Shelf-life guidance comes under fire
Research into the shelf-life of meat products has found that the ’10-day rule’ may no longer be appropriate for the industry.
Gulfood 2019
Freakin' Healthy: UAE free-from brand lists four major obstacles challenging the healthy snacks industry
UAE specialist free-from brand Freakin' Healthy is on a mission to tackle the four major obstacles currently challenging the healthy snacks industry, said its founder and CEO.
Chilean astaxanthin producer eyes big potential in Asia and global feed markets
The Atacama Desert provides ideal conditions for growing algae for astaxanthin, but the local markets are very limited, so one company is using its location and story to grow internationally, especially in Asia.
‘Beer’ or ‘malt drink’? Thailand examines non-alcoholic governance to avoid legal loophole exploitation
Thailand is putting together a working group to examine the governance of alcohol-free ‘beers’ being manufactured and produced by traditional beer breweries, in order to avoid these falling through a possible legislative loophole.
Showcasing industry excellence: Entries open for the second NutraIngredients-Asia awards
Entries open today for NutraIngredients-Asia's second annual awards, held to recognise the best supplements and functional foods products, ingredients and research across Asia Pacific.
Below the curve: Chinese coconut milk company under fire for ‘bust-enhancing’ adverts
A Chinese coconut milk company is being investigated by local authorities for its alleged ‘vulgar’ advertisements and marketing insinuations – not least that consumption can lead to a curvy appearance and larger breasts.
‘Food fraud vulnerability’: Are Australia’s country-of-origin labels propagating fraud opportunities?
A food fraud and labelling expert has criticised Australia’s ‘kangaroo in a triangle’ country-of-origin labels of making it easier for food fraud to take place, especially in international settings.
‘Careful and considerate’: UAE mineral water giant Agthia intensifies group sustainability initiatives
UAE mineral water market leader Agthia has stepped up its sustainability efforts with the announcement of new long-term goals and partnerships targeted at reducing negative impacts on the environment.
'Fats are back', says Vital Farms on launching its pasture-raised ghee
Pasture-raised egg and butter specialist Vital Farms has branched out into ghee – a category that has benefited from changing consumer attitudes towards fat - and saturated fat in particular.