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FDA issues final guidance on Nutrition Facts labeling rules
The FDA has issued final guidance to help manufacturers of packaged foods comply with its updated Nutrition Facts labeling regulations.
Archives for January 2, 2020
Whole milk consumption tied to lower likelihood of childhood obesity, says study
Children and teens who drank whole milk (3.25% fat) compared to kids who consumed reduced-fat milk (0.1-2% fat) were less likely to be overweight or obese, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis led by St. Michael’s Hospital of Unity Health...
Kraft Heinz chief procurement officer: ‘Relationships with suppliers should not be purely transactional'
Type ‘Kraft Heinz procurement’ into Google and the search engine helpfully suggests ‘scandal,’ ‘misconduct’ and ‘investigation,’ serving as a reminder that the buying function at one of the world’s most iconic food companies had something of an annus...
Our natural fruit syrups are a healthier alternative to soda, says Siröpa
Fruit-based syrups, enriched with inulin fiber and diluted with water, are an ideal way to get Chileans to drink less sugary soda, says French-Chilean start-up Siröpa that wants to create a new category in the country.
Government survey okays Brazilian produce for pesticide residues
The vast majority (92%) of fruit and vegetables sold in Brazil are within national safe levels for pesticide contamination, according to a four-year government survey.
Seara Alimentos harnesses food tech for plant-based products
A division of JBS, the world’s largest meat processor, is producing vegetable protein from an advanced food tech hub called the Incredible Lab in Brazil.
Ag-tech could hold the key to attracting a new generation of US farmers, returning industry to growth
Increased production of key crops from China, Argentina and Brazil may have weakened US agriculture’s competitive position over the last 10 years, but rapid innovation in ag-tech in the new decade could help American farmers regain a pole-position by...
A different approach to new year’s resolutions: Ditch the diet and snack simple
The British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) says ditch the January diet and get back to the basics of healthy eating in 2020.
‘A similar liking score with half the sugar’: SureChoc formulation finds favour in sensory tests
Scientists have developed a new milk chocolate formulation that contains almost half the sugar of a standard milk chocolate recipe while also delivering a ‘similar consumer liking score’ in sensory testing.
Veganuary anticipates 350,000 sign-ups as plant-based bandwagon begins New Year on high
Food companies have timed their meat-free product launches just in time for Veganuary, which sees consumers promise to quit animal products for a month.
‘Strongest link yet’ between nitrates and cancer
Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have uncovered what they describe as the ‘strongest link yet’ between nitrates in processed meat products and cancer risk. However, they also stressed, ‘not all processed meat has the same risk’.
Tyson Foods commits to sustainable soy in poultry supply chain
Meat giant Tyson Foods Inc. will work with the Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS) to purchase credits for soybean meal used to feed its chickens.
CPF sets ambitious long-term revenue targets
Thai poultry business Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) has set strong revenue targets for the next 12 months and beyond as it continues to focus on overseas expansion.
Diet Dr Pepper does not mislead consumers with 'diet' label, rules US court
A US appeals court has ruled the word ‘diet’ – as used by Diet Dr Pepper - does not mislead consumers into believing diet drinks promise weight loss.
Australian milk powder brand Oz Farm to increase Chinese presence in 2020
Australian milk powder brand Oz Farm, which entered the Chinese market in 2019, plans to enhance its presence across China in 2020.
ABP makes GHG emissions reduction commitment
Red meat processor ABP furthered its commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 27% by 2030 by having it validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
Additional funding for African Swine Fever measures welcomed
Funding for additional agricultural inspectors at ports to help prevent African Swine Fever (ASF) has been approved by the US House of Representatives.
Organic meat brand raises $15m in funding
US organic poultry business Shenandoah Valley Organic has raised $15m in a funding round for plant modernization.
Policy Picks: Regulatory stories from China, Japan, India and more feature in our round-up
Regulatory stories from China, Japan, India and more feature in this edition of Policy Picks.
BioHaruan hopes to ‘go global’ with modern take on army-issue snack kits
Malaysian ready-to-eat manufacturer BioHaruan hopes its recent visit to the SIAL trade show in Jakarta will open the doors to the Indonesian market for its brands, including its innovative Rezza Hot 2 Go snack kits.
Premium protection: Japan plans to strengthen IPs for high-end fruit and veggies
Japan is looking to strengthen intellectual property (IP) control over its premium fruits and vegetables being sold overseas in an effort to stop its high-end agricultural crops from being grown, and ultimately sold as the produce of other countries.
Korean red ginseng reduces fatigue without increasing ‘heatiness’ – Chinese study
Korean Red ginseng (KRG) is able to reduce fatigue in deficiency syndrome patients without rising “heatiness”.