Meat not tested for BSE enters supply chain, FSA
The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) reports that meat from an over 30 month heifer imported from Switzerland has entered the food supply without being tested for BSE.
Archives for September 8, 2010
Iron fortified infant foods may not be delivering: Study
Infant formula fortified with ferrous fumerate may not be providing as much iron as first thought, according to a new study.
New R&D centre for Spanish food company Grupo Siro
Leading Spanish food company Grupo Siro has opened a €6m research and development facility in El Espinar, northern Spain to develop a range of new products including ones suitable for consumers who are intolerant to gluten and for children.
Deal sees Barry Callebaut double existing business with Kraft
Industrial chocolate supplier Barry Callebaut has secured a key, long-term supply contract with Kraft Foods, which will see the Swiss firm invest €51m to expand production capacity in North America, the Ivory Coast, Malaysia and Europe.
Government must secure the future of our food industry
Manufacturers and retailers have called for a “shared vision and strategy” with government to ensure the UK’s food and drink industry is sustainable and doesn’t descend into catastrophe.
Meat report highlights growth opportunities
Northern Ireland’s meat industry must cut costs and boost exports in order to survive in an increasingly competitive international market, according to a new study.