Prices for EU beef and pork set to stay strong
EU beef and pork prices are expected to remain strong into 2014 and reach those seen during the severe disease outbreaks in 2000 and 2001.
Archives for October 2, 2012
Russia reports swine fever slowdown
The spread of African swine fever (ASF) in Russia is slowing down, with animal health officials scaling down controls as a result.
German authorities find ‘shortcomings’ in French GM cancer study
The German food safety agency has found serious flaws in the experimental data presented in a recent study linking Monsanto’s GM maize and herbicide Roundup to cancer.
Rhodia launches intense vanilla flavors for chocolate and bakery
Rhodia Aroma Performance has introduced a range of intense vanilla flavors that it claims allows manufacturers to differentiate products and mask off-notes.
Premier Foods appoints Geoff Eaton as chief operating officer
Britain’s biggest food manufacturer Premier Foods has appointed Geoff Eaton, formerly ceo of Uniq, as chief operating officer and executive director to “accelerate transformation” within the debt-laden giant.
Career Insider
Beneo manager on the importance of technical know-how - and empathy
In this Career Insider, product manager for Beneo’s non-dairy alternatives and BeNeLux country manager Stefanie De Roover lifts the lid on a varied and challenging role, and offers advice for those seeking a similar position. “Never stop being curious,”...
EFSA to open more scientific meetings to observers
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said it will open more meetings of its Scientific Committee and Scientific Panels to observers, as part of its ongoing efforts to increase transparency and openness.
Talking tough on Monsanto GM maize cancer study
Last week saw a furious row between researchers in France and their critics from around the world after they published new findings on the effect of genetically modified Roundup maize when it is fed to rats.
Givaudan opens €130m savoury flavour plant in Hungary
Givaudan has opened a new €130m production facility in Makó, Hungary dedicated to savoury flavours, which the company says reflects growing demand for savoury flavours in emerging markets.