Nuts in spices scandal shows no signs of slowing down
Undeclared almond prompts recalls in EU countries
The nuts and spices contamination scandal is continuing to affect companies across Europe.
Archives for April 12, 2015
Scottish beef market under pressure
Scottish beef producers are suffering severe pressure on price and experiencing marketing delays during the crucial spring months, according to the National Farmers’ Union Scotland (NFUS).
Changing food porosity could cut salt and fat
Salt and fat content in processed food could be reduced by altering food pore size - without affecting the taste, say scientists.
Cargill recalls beef due to string contamination concerns
Cargill Meat Solutions is recalling almost 8,300 pounds of ground beef that may be contaminated with blue string, according to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS).
Firing on all flavours: Treatt opens new beverage centre to develop future flavours
The scale of innovation in the beverage industry, coupled with consumers’ constant appetite for something new, is boosting the evolution of flavours, according to Treatt.
Research and consumer advice recommended on foodborne viruses
Molecular diagnostics, typing and quantification should be used to better understand the burden of virus contamination in foodstuffs, according to an advisory group.
Stress can lead to disease in pigs, finds UK study
Scientists in the UK have found stress can make pigs more likely to suffer from Porcine Circo Associated Diseases (PCVAD).
Malaysian palm oil industry denies deforestation claims
The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has denied claims of corruption and widespread export of palm oil from illegally deforested land.
Surging interest in edible insects prompts safety review
A pan-European list outlining the pros and cons of different insect species, their nutritional content and environmental impact is needed says ANSES.
Demand for ‘natural’ drives Europe’s food colouring growth
Growing demand for natural food colourings by manufacturers and consumers will continue to drive the Western European market in the near future, according to a new report by Future Market Insights.
Report and industry clash over artificial sweeteners' role in childhood obesity
A new research report has said that artificial sweeteners may not help reduce obesity in children – a claim that the industry has dismissed.
What does ‘responsible innovation’ really mean?
Many food firms talk about the need for ‘responsible innovation’, but what does this buzzword actually mean to the consumer and the industry?