Research foundation receives $50,000 boost from Smithfield Foods
Pork producer Smithfield Foods has donated $50,000 to the Foundation for Meat & Poultry Research & Education, a non-profit research, education, and information organisation.
Archives for April 1, 2019
Skinny Souping to enter new retail markets: 'We’re slowly but surely making our way across the country'
Chicago-based Skinny Souping is seeing nationwide demand for its on-the-go, nutrient-dense soups (made with fresh ingredients and free from any sort of preservatives and additives), which are designed to be consumed chilled or hot.
Burger King trials the Impossible burger: A 'major milestone for the plant-based meat industry,' says GFI
In a move signaling the mainstream potential of next generation plant-based meat brands, Burger King is testing the waters with a limited edition trial of the Impossible Burger in 60 locations in and around St Louis to gauge consumer interest.
'A Nespresso machine for plant protein': Argentinian scientists optimize mycoprotein production
Argentinian scientists and tech firm EnyeTech have optimized the production process for mycoprotein, allowing for cheaper production both industrially and in the home. "We are decentralizing the production of protein in the world," says the CEO.
'Warning labels replace information with alarmism': New ABIA chair on nutrition labeling
Nestlé Brazil's legal vice president Flavio de Souza, the new chair of Brazilian trade association ABIA, has slammed warning nutrition labels as misleading and alarmist.
‘Making cocoa a tool for change’: Luker Chocolate talks single origin cocoa
Luker Chocolate is a Colombian cocoa supplier and chocolate maker that believes cocoa production can deliver positive societal change: “We believe that chocolate makes the world a better place.”
JBS sees growth in revenue and profits
Brazilian-based meat processing giant JBS has unveiled increases in both revenue and profits for 2018.
Vion faces challenges after implementing strategic plan
International meat producer Vion has said it is facing a number of challenges in 2019 after being hit by low cattle hide prices and high pig prices during 2018.
Calls for food chain contingency plans for no-deal Brexit
Food and farming trade associations across Europe have called on the EU to make further contingency plans for a no-deal Brexit to limit potential disruptions to the food chain.
Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus
Stress becomes inspiration for 'supercharged sauerkraut' creator
A gut health entrepreneur who created a range of live sauerkrauts in an aim to cure her persistent fatigue and skin issues has somewhat surpassed her plans after being named the winner of an international food innovation competition.
NPD trend tracker: From CBD coffee pods to Llama Smarties
In this week's NPD trend tracker, FoodNavigator profiles some of the most interesting new products to hit the shelves across Europe. From big brand innovation, such as Nestlé's new Llama coloured Smarties, to start-up launches including Rokit's coffee...
Probiotic-infused foods’ influence on gut sets future personalised nutrition agenda
Scientists have outlined the effect of fermented foods on the gut environment, as the boost in beneficial bacteria numbers may give rise to better defined personalised nutrition schemes in the future.
Labelling lapses? Over half of undeclared allergen food recalls in Australia due to packaging errors
Half of all food recalls in Australia related to undeclared allergens are a result of packaging errors, new statistics revealed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) show.
Colour coding for sugar reduction: Sri Lanka next to implement traffic light labelling system for packaged foods
Sri Lanka will implement a traffic light coding system for packaged foods in the country, targeting specified levels of sugar, salt and fat content following success of the system’s application to soft drinks in the country.
Japan-only cola: Suntory launches exclusive Pepsi Japan Cola to ‘revitalise’ local market
Suntory Beverage & Food is set to launch its new Pepsi Japan Cola exclusively in the country next month, in its latest bid to put the fizz back into the market as consumers increasingly opt for healthier options.
WATCH: FoodBytes! San Francisco... What's your go-to-market strategy?
Food startups are often advised to 'go deep' before they 'go wide' and focus on velocity, not counting doors. But what does going deep look like?
WATCH: FoodBytes! 2019 San Francisco... What makes a great pitch? 'Have a hook like a great songwriter'
What are the key elements of a great pitch, and what might send potential investors running for the hills? FoodNavigator-USA editor Elaine Watson headed to San Francisco to ask judges and mentors at Rabobank's FoodBytes! pitch competition what they're...