Beyond protein: How will we meet growing demand for sustainable fats?
A growing global population won’t only affect protein demand – sustainable fat production is also a major challenge, says food traceability expert Dr Heiner Lehr.
Archives for June 22, 2015
FSA names ACMSF appointments
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has revealed appointments to the Advisory Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Food (ACMSF).
Meat and livestock sector starts to debate Brexit as referendum authorised
In or out? Like every UK voter, the meat and livestock industry has two-and-a-half years to decide whether its future is better with Britain remaining in the European Union (EU) – or outside it.
Dispatches from Nespresso Coffee Conversation Symposium, Portugal
Coffee to concentrate, wine to unwind? Nespresso symposium looks at the similarities - and the differences
Coffee and wine are both complex drinks with strong followings among their respective connoisseurs, but wines tell a stronger tale - connecting better with consumers, say industry experts.
MRSA found in UK retail meat products
Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has been found in retail meat products from supermarkets in the UK.
BIOTECON Diagnostics launches RT PCR system for norovirus
BIOTECON Diagnostics has launched a real-time PCR molecular diagnostic system for norovirus.
Brazil hopeful about new markets
Brazil is making progress in its mission to lift import embargoes for its meat around the world.
Natural red without the bugs? Chr Hansen develops fermentation-derived carmine
Danish ingredients firm Chr Hansen claims it has produced carmine through fermentation, meaning a cheaper, vegetarian, halal and kosher version of the natural red colouring could be just a few years from commercial use.
Russia to extend ban on EU food imports until Jan 2016
Russia has confirmed it plans to extend a ban on Western food imports until early 2016 and may add new products to the list of banned goods, officials have said.