Cherkizovo Group improves environmental footprint of facilities
Russian processor Cherkizovo Group has reported that it has improved the environmental performance of its production facilities following a significant investment in this area.
Archives for March 9, 2020
The new wave of plastic hoping to wipe out pollution
Rising public awareness of the problem of plastic pollution can help polymers such as polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) make more headway in the food sector, believes Mark Lapping, CEO of PVOH polymer manufacturer Aquapak.
Brazil's Fazenda Futuro launches plant-based sausages
Brazilian plant-based startup Fazenda Futuro, recently valued at US$100 million, will launch vegan sausages made with a seaweed skin for crispiness next month. “We came to revolutionize this outdated, animal meat market," says its founder.
Back on track? Court revokes Mexican nutrition label suspension but Concamin vows to fight on
Mexico's nutrition label is once again on path to enter into force as a court revokes the decision to provisionally suspend it, although industry says it will continue to oppose the regulation using "all legal means".
NEWS IN BRIEF
Prinova and Open Book Extracts partner on CBD product development
Ingredients supplier Prinova has entered a partnership with CBD ingredient manufacturer, Open Book Extracts, to launch a line of water-soluble CBD ingredients.
Peanut allergy may begin in the microbiome: Study
New research suggests allergy-causing antibodies live in the microbiome, offering fresh insight into the role the gut plays in the process.
Prebiotics may improve sleep and buffer stress: Study
Chamomile, melatonin, valerian root...these are all common ingredients many turn to when struggling to get a good night’s rest. But dietary fiber?
Brazilian chicken meat exports rise 10% in February
Volumes of chicken meat exported from Brazil saw a 10% year-on-year increase thanks to growing Asian demand, according to the latest data.
Deep Indian Kitchen diversifies frozen entree portfolio as US consumers embrace spicier flavor profiles
Deep Indian Kitchen has expanded its frozen entree lineup with three new products -- chicken korma, chicken vindaloo, and butter chicken -- to answer mainstream consumers' demand for more accessible, global flavors.
CBD beer: Hong Kong start-up releases second batch of OH CBD beer
Hong Kong-based start-up OH5 Company has released 2000 bottles of CBD infused beer in its recently-launched second batch.
Ten years in the making: TerViva targets US and Asia with its world-first pongamia food products
TerViva has become the world’s first F&B firm to develop food products from the pongamia tree, opening the doors to a whole new source of plant-based protein and oils for the industry.
Container depositing crusade: Coca-Cola Amatil backs Victorian government’s new sustainability action plan
The Government of Victoria in Australia has initiated a new 10-year circular economy and sustainability action plan dubbed Recycling Victoria, complete with a container deposit scheme which has received the backing of Coca-Cola Amatil.
Billion-dollar revenue quest: Indigenous foods priority as Thailand eyes GI-protection
The Thai Intellectual Property (IP) Department aims to help the country generate some US$1bn in revenue yearly from indigenous products protected by Geographical Indication (GI) certification – most of them foods.
FDA warns 7 firms on COVID-19 claims including televangelist Jim Bakker
The US Food and Drug Administration has sent warning letters to seven companies that have been alleged to have been making COVID-19 disease treatment claims. Among the recipients of the warning letters is a prominent televangelist.
10 ‘urgent actions’ for a new CAP: ‘We can make much better use of taxpayers’ money’
The scientific community is backing 10 ‘urgent actions’ it says will improve the Common Agricultural Policy, including transferring Direct Payments into payments for public goods.
Coronavirus: One-third of UK shoppers stockpiling food, HIM & MCA research finds
New consumer research finds that one-third of consumers are stockpiling food in preparation for a major coronavirus outbreak.
KFC mycoprotein buckets? Dutch branch ups Quorn supply for meat-free week
A KFC branch in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is replacing all chicken with Quorn products for one week.
GALLERY: Trendspotting at (the virtual) Expo West ... from chia pasta to butternut squash chips
With exhibitors canceling en masse 48-hours before the nation's biggest natural products show was set to open, organizer New Hope was forced to pull the plug, promising a new date "before the summer" (although it's unclear how realistic this is given the...
UK beef trade deal with US makes progress
A deal to allow UK beef into the US has taken a positive step with the two countries agreeing on standards.
Guest article
Asian millennials have evolved and so has snacking
Snacking – a familiar term that used to represent the habit of junking between meals – is today part of the millennials lifestyle. Noorul Malik, savvy millennial and marketing & communications executive, APAC, SGK Global, looks at how urbanisation,...
NPD trend tracker: From 'lighter' fish and chips to grilling cheese for flexitarians
In our weekly roundup of on-trend innovation from across Europe, we hear about the latest in meat-free innovation trends from Arla Pro in France and Booja-Booja in the UK. Meanwhile, health remains top of mind for Anglia Crown's line of whole grain...
New Zealand sets out major campylobacter reduction target
New Zealand food authorities have set out a significant target for reducing incidents of foodborne campylobacter poisoning.
Guatemala’s palm grower association advances zero deforestation
Since going public with its zero deforestation commitment last October, the Palm Grower Association of Guatemala (GREPALMA) has more than doubled the number of signatories to its sustainable development targets.
Chobani reimagines its incubator program to welcome and better serve more diverse entrepreneurs
As Chobani’s Incubator continues to buck the status quo by welcoming one of its most diverse cohorts yet into its Spring 2020 class, it also continues to reimagine its program’s structure to better meet the needs of a entrepreneurs from different regions...
Legume-based snacks: a great alternative to industrial products
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Agriculture began more than 10 000 years ago when gatherers and hunters turned into farmers; since then, legumes have been part of the human diet, traditionally cultivated for for human consumption.
USDA announces ASF control measures
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a series of measures to “control and eradicate” African Swine Fever (ASF) if the virus is ever detected in the country.
Nestlé’s personalised vitamin service expands into Europe and worldwide
Nestlé Health Science’s (NHSc) personalised vitamin subscription program, Persona is now available worldwide, with consumers from the UK, France and Germany among others set to benefit.
Nuclear no more: Singapore latest APAC nation to lift all Japanese food bans
Singapore has joined Philippines, Brunei and New Zealand in officially lifting bans on all food items from Japan, but some strict restrictions remain in place from China, Taiwan, and South Korea due to the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011.
Pakistan food crisis: Government looks to reduce prices amidst skyrocketing hikes and IMF pressure
The Pakistani government aims to reduce the skyrocketing prices of basic food items in the country by reducing taxes, amidst an unsuccessful bid to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce its tax collection target.
‘Goalpost shift’: Singapore’s new sugar-sweetened beverage labelling rules ‘could confuse consumers’
Singapore has announced a colour-coded labelling scheme for pre-packaged sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) based on sugar content by volume – a move that has already drawn dissent from the local food and beverage industry.
Blackmores to reveal the latest research on B Vitamins at the Healthy Ageing APAC Summit
The healthy ageing benefits of B Vitamins will be under the spotlight at our third Healthy Ageing APAC Summit in Singapore, via a keynote presentation from Blackmores Institute.