Smithfield to build biogas gathering systems on farms
US processor Smithfield Foods has announced the construction of new biogas gathering systems in Missouri and Utah.
Archives for June 11, 2019
Vivera Foodgroup says ‘goodbye to meat’
Food processor Vivera Foodgroup is focusing solely on plant-based products following the sale of Enkco.
Toddler drink features MFGM for brain development: ‘It’s the next best ingredient since DHA’
The key to supplementing a young child's diet with the necessary nutrients to foster brain and behavioral development could lie in the MFGM (milk fat globule membrane), found naturally in every drop of breast milk, according to Dr Christina J Valentine,...
Resistant starch… unsung hero?
Trying to generate excitement around an ingredient called ‘resistant starch’ in a carb-wary food culture fixated on keto and paleo diets is a tough sell, but a growing body of evidence suggests that insoluble fibers from unripe bananas, potatoes, wheat,...
'This is not tapioca!': Whole cassava root flour is ideal for gluten-free baking, says Zaya Flour
Whole cassava flour contains more fiber and iron than traditional tapioca, and works well in gluten-free baking, says Brazilian supplier Zaya Flour.
RightRice heads to Kroger stores nationwide, validating demand for a pantry rice alternative
RightRice has landed in nearly 2,000 Kroger stores nationwide giving the brand access to a broader consumer audience as demand for a shelf-stable, better-for-you rice alternative heats up.
Lavva plant-based yogurt rolls out nationwide at Whole Foods
Lavva – which is seeking to stand out in the burgeoning plant-based yogurt category with a no added sugar product fueled by Pili nuts and plaintains – is rolling out nationwide at Whole Foods Market.
Eggs and India: Visitors invited on a unique taste journey with Mane
Mane – a leading manufacturers of flavors, ingredients and fragrances – is bringing a touch of India to Snackex 2019.
Flow Hive ‘single frame honey’ creates buzz in boutique market
Unprocessed, single-frame honey allows for greater flavour retention, according to Flow Hive CEO Cedar Anderson, who told FoodNavigator his invention is adding value to the boutique honey market.
Don’t just blame food: lack of sleep increases obesity risk, study suggests
Adults and children are not getting enough sleep, putting them at risk of poor diets and obesity, warns the British Nutrition Foundation.
Sustainable and efficient: How food tech is helping to deliver ‘more and better’ food
Digitalisation and robotics are increasingly being adopted by the food sector as it works to improve efficiency and sustainability, according to a report from ING.
‘Be sustainable, tasty and healthy for competitive advantage’: Nestlé EMENA chief sees zone moving to expansion mode
Nestlé has undergone a process of transformation in its Europe, Middle East and North Africa (EMENA) region, with structural change opening the door to a lower cost base. The company has been able to grow ahead of its markets across 60% of its portfolio...
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From purple sweet potato to black garlic: Natural powders boost nutrients and color
Dried fruit and vegetable powders allow manufacturers to add extra nutrients and color to food and drink products, says Brazilian supplier Sylvestre Natural Ingredients.
New cattle care system unveiled
US certification body Food Safety Net Services Certification and Audit (FSNS C&A) has announced the creation of the FSNS C&A Temple Grandin Responsible Cattle Care Program.
Fairlife and Coca-Cola deal with Fair Oaks abuse fallout
Last week, an undercover video surfaced showing severe calf abuse at Fair Oaks Farms. The Indiana-based farm supplies milk to ultrafiltered milk brand fairlife, which is a Coca-Cola Company partner. Several retailers have pulled the products from shelves...
UK avian research centre opened
The UK’s largest avian research and skills centre has opened its doors.
Japanese demand continues to outstrip domestic supply
Japan’s meat producers are struggling to meet growing demand amid falling production, new data has revealed.
US beef and pork exports drop in April
Beef and pork exports from the US saw year-on-year declines in April, the latest US Meat Export Federation (USMEF) figures have revealed.
Collaborating for cognitive gains: DSM-Senescence link-up aims for huge public health impact
DSM has entered a regional agreement with SLS Nutraceuticals, a subsidiary of biotechnology company Senescence Life Sciences, in a bid to improve brain health across all life stages in the Asia-Pacific region.
Seven nutrients linked to reduced risk of metabolic syndrome in Japanese population: Cohort study
High intake of folate, insoluble and soluble dietary fibre, carotene, iron, vitamin C and potassium has been associated with a lower risk of metabolic syndrome in a first-of-of its kind assessment of nutrient patterns in a Japanese population.
Burning the stomach wall: Expert rounds on dangerous black salve and bloodroot products to 'treat' cancer
Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration's (TGA) recent seizure of unlicensed bloodroot and black salve supplements has highlighted a dangerous emerging trend for unlicensed ‘natural’ products that claim to help fight cancers.
GALLERY: The Top 10 most-read APAC food and beverage industry stories in May 2019
Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in May 2019, including the Coca-Cola-Fonterra alliance in Vietnam, Mondelez's top trends in snacking and coconut oil adulteration in India.
‘Enemies of the nation’: Bangladesh considers death penalty, life imprisonment for food adulterators
Bangladesh is considering implementation of the death penalty or life imprisonment as a punishment for food adulterators in the country.