Synergy captures the essence of beef flavour
A new range of beef flavour solutions for savoury food and drink manufacturers has been launched by Synergy.
Archives for August 20, 2014
Sweeteners face slow growth prospects in Europe and US
Changes in consumer behaviour are having major impact on demand for high-intensity sweeteners globally, with Europe and the US facing the prospect of slower growth while demand remains strong in Asia and South America, says IHS.
Carlsberg CEO warns of possible Russian brewery closures as Ukraine standoff bites
Carlsberg’s CEO warned today that its Russian subsidiary Baltika Breweries is considering brewery closures due to a fragile consumer confidence affected by the ongoing Ukraine crisis.
DVFA: Not all companies complied with Listeria recall
Around 40 companies have not fully complied with the recall of products tainted by Listeria linked to the death of 13 people, according to the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.
Danish Crown ships first supplies to Nepal
Danish pork has arrived at the mountainous state of Nepal in the Himalayas, after interest from meat wholesaler Sanu Khadgi saw Danish Crown deliver its first container.
Confectioners rally against traffic light label proposals in France
Europe’s confectionery association Caobisco has backed French chocolatiers in blocking proposals for traffic light labels on food products in France.
Vion announces investment in Bavaria
Dutch food group Vion is to double the pork processing capacity at its Landshut plant in Bavaria, as part of a multi-million euro investment in its Bavarian plants.
Gut feelings: Researchers suggest microbiota may manipulate eating behaviours
The link between our microbiota and health and behaviour may go as far as playing a role in the foods we crave, and could be controlled by modifying our gut bacteria speak to us, suggest researchers.
Animal disease monitoring is critical for human health, says FAO
Health and agriculture ministers were told that monitoring animal disease plays a critical role in preventing human disease threats, by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), at a meeting in Indonesia yesterday (20 August).
Olam sells 25% of its packaged food operations to Sanyo Foods to grow in Africa
Olam International sells 25% stake of its packaged food business to Japan-based Sanyo Foods for $187.5m. The partnership is aimed at expansion in Sub-Saharan Africa.