Arab states quadruple imports of Brazilian dairy products
Brazil’s sales of dairy products to Arab states rose four-fold to US$72m in the first eight months of the year, with egg sales also rising 28% in the same period.
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Sudan woos Mid East investment for agriculture projects
The Sudanese government is stepping up its efforts to encourage Middle Eastern countries to invest in agriculture projects in Sudan, in the name of Arab food security.
EU snack sector: Origin labeling would be ‘really problematic’
Origin labeling for single ingredients would be a logistical nightmare for snack makers serving no value to consumers, says the European Snacks Association (ESA).
Overweight people may be more sensitive to food ads
It is no surprise that food advertising causes people to think about food – but new research suggests food ads may prompt overweight and obese people to overeat.
Russian food import ban: European farming group urges stronger action
European farming group Copa-Cogeca has said stronger action is needed to alleviate the impact of the Russian ban on EU food imports, although it has welcomed an aid package for fruits and vegetables.
Kuwait cuts salt in bread to reduce high blood pressure
Kuwait’s bakeries are cutting the salt content of their bread in an effort to help Kuwait residents lower their blood pressure.
ADM acquires Wild Flavors GmbH
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) has completed its acquisition of Wild Flavors GmbH, the company said on Wednesday.
FSA begins wheat tests following reports of soy contamination
The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) has begun testing for the presence of soy in wheat flour mills across the country.
Incoming EU food safety commissioner wants deal over meat labelling
The European Commission should review the issue of country-of-origin labelling (COOL) for meat in processed food and assess who would pay for such a measure, the health and food safety commissioner-designate Vytenis Andriukaitis said today.
Russia threatens ban meat on imports from Belarus due to EU re-exports
Rosselkhoznadzor has not ruled out the possibility of banning the supply of animal products from Belarus, due to a number of veterinary legislation violations revealed in a number of inspections in recent months, said Sergei Dankvert, head of the Russian...