MEPs reject mandatory bovine EID
Policy-makers have rejected calls to make electronic identification (EID) of cattle mandatory in the European Union.
Archives for September 11, 2012
Russia considers US cattle import ban
Russian authorities are considering a ban on the import of cattle from the US as a result of alleged “gross violations” of veterinary standards by suppliers.
Swiss consider Emmental production quotas in price boost effort
The Swiss government is considering implementing production quotas across the Emmentaler supply chain, in an effort to keep manufacturers of the iconic cheese and their milk suppliers afloat.
Scientists hail beverage-chocolate matches made in heaven
New research from Italian scientists suggests that consumers value coffee, liqueur wines and port as the most desirable pairings with chocolate, but that preferences depend on cocoa content.
Stevia in transition: Reb A accounted for 40% of PureCircle revenues in 2012 v 90% in 2009
Further evidence that steviol glycoside Reb A is no longer the only game in town when it comes to delivering high intensity natural sweetness has emerged in PureCircle’s full-year results, which show rebaudioside A accounted for just 40% of revenues in...
Tate & Lyle says new stevia sweetener ‘won’t turn off bitter-sensitive consumers’
Tate & Lyle has developed a new stevia sweetener, which it claims does not have the bitter flavour associated with many stevia sweeteners on the market.
Bord Bia sustainability scheme underlines Ireland’s ‘green and natural’ image
Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, has introduced a new programme intended to cement the reputation of the Irish food industry as a world leader in sustainability.
Russia doubles poultry meat import spend
Russia has increased meat imports significantly this year, with the value of poultry meat imports doubling, according to data from the country’s Federal Customers Service.
Food safety and operating efficiency key to industry - expert
Food safety and operating efficiency are common industry concerns, according to Richard Hebel, product manager, Fat Analysis at Eagle Product Inspection.