USDA extends pathogen reduction comment deadline but will not delay actions
The USDA-FSIS has extended the comment period for proposed standards to reduce Salmonella and Campylobacter in ground chicken, turkey products and raw chicken parts.
Archives for March 10, 2015
Poultry a key focus for Marfrig Global Foods in 2015
Taking advantage of the favourable global outlook for poultry, and the opening of new markets for Brazilian beef, are key focuses for Marfrig Global Foods in its strategy for 2015.
Poor regional logistics will cause food supply problems
Inadequate logistics facilities in the Middle East are affecting the region’s food supply chain and will cause long-term problems, according to an investment analyst.
Stericycle: Recalls on the rise across Europe
Food recalls jumped 16% across Europe in the final three months of 2014 compared to the previous quarter, according to Stericycle ExpertSOLUTIONS.
IQ Chocolate: What’s essential to ensure a start-up survives – and thrives?
Four years ago two Scottish women with little experience of the food industry started developing a gourmet chocolate brand. Now they are moving into export markets – so what were the ingredients of success?
How strong is the evidence behind WHO’s sugars advice?
The food industry has criticised the WHO’s recommendation to reduce the intake of added sugar for being backed by ‘moderate’ and ‘very low quality’ evidence.
Solar pilots: ‘The right food and nutrition are critical to the success of our mission’
Nestlé has developed high-tech airline food to fuel the pilots in their record-breaking attempt to circumnavigate the globe in a solar powered aircraft.
Valrhona launches new chocolate flavours in Middle East
French chocolate maker Valrhona is launching two new milk chocolate blends in the Middle East, as it counts on high service levels and exclusivity to maintain growth.
No benefit from single Halal standard, says Brazil poultry body
Brazil’s poultry producers don’t expect significant benefits from having a single global Halal standard, as proposed by Dubai, according to a trade association executive.
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Veggie diet can reduce colorectal cancer risk rate (in some Christians): Study
Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA)-published research has found vegetarian Seventh-day Adventist men and women have a lower risk of developing colorectal cancer than meat eating folks from the same religion.
Clients include KFC and McDonald’s
Jimco to launch disinfection system that minimizes listeria and salmonella microorganisms
Jimco, which works with KFC and McDonald’s is launching a disinfection system that minimizes listeria and salmonella microorganisms.