Sweet creamer cuts sugar by at least 40%
FrieslandCampina Kievit has launched a sweet creamer concept that can replace more than 40% of sugar in instant beverages and cut costs for manufacturers.
Archives for July 1, 2012
Imperial Sugar could extend activities in Europe
US firm Imperial Sugar could extend its sweetener activities in Europe after its acquisition by Netherlands-based Louis Dreyfus Commodities in May.
Shape symbolism? Interactions between taste and shapes could help marketers
Better understanding and utilisation of the abstract links between basic tastes and certain shapes could help manufacturers to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace, say researchers.
Poultry inspection practices are not sufficient to combat pathogens - EFSA
European poultry meat inspection methods are not sufficient to fully address the most relevant biological hazards such as Campylobacter and Salmonella, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has suggested.
Datamonitor pinpoints natural trends
Datamonitor has highlighted ‘all natural’ food and drink trends, including sprouted seeds, grains and beans; natural sweeteners; grass-fed dairy and meat products and eating like a caveman.
EU organic logo now compulsory
The official EU organic logo is now obligatory on all pre-packaged organic foods after the two year transition period came to an end on the 1 July.
Eurofins acquires NZ Labs in latest Asia Pacific expansion move
Eurofins Scientific has extended its presence in the expanding Asia Pacific region through the acquisition of New Zealand Laboratory Services (NZ Labs).
Dispatches from IFT 2012 Las Vegas
Natural reds bound for larger distribution
California-based San Joaquin Valley Concentrates aims to boost its range of crystalline natural red colours, which it has developed in the US, in the global market.
EU supports markets on three-year meat drive
Denmark, Poland and Scotland are set to receive substantial financial support from the European Union to promote meat to specific markets as part of a three-year scheme supporting the promotion of EU agricultural products both within and outside the EU.
Sial reveals foodservice focus
Innovation and a growing focus on foodservice are the key issues for Sial 2012 later this year, as one of the world’s largest food shows gets ready to open its doors.
Eblex Export Conference focuses on Africa
Attention was focused on Africa as an emerging market for UK meat exports at this year’s Eblex Export Conference in Stoneleigh Park, England.