Heinz Ketchup isn’t ketchup, Israel rules
Israel’s Health Ministry has ruled that Heinz Ketchup can no longer be called ketchup in Israel after local brand Osem argued it doesn’t contain enough tomato paste, according to Israeli news service Ynet.
Archives for August 19, 2015
US poultry firms wait for South Africa to admit AGOA-deal exports
The extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) may have occurred over a month ago, but US poultry and pork exporters say they have yet to receive a break under the agreement. And at least one trade group has called for limits on the...
Front-of-pack labels boost purchase intent – regardless of nutrition
Consumers are significantly more likely to buy foods that carry front-of-pack nutrition labels irrespective of their nutritional value, according to a study published in Public Health Nutrition.
Croatian control system on transiting food backed
The official control system of Croatia on food passing through the country has been backed during an audit by the Food and Veterinary Office (FVO).
Romania sees processed meat sales rise after VAT cut
Following a decision made by the Romanian government to reduce the VAT on meat and processed meat products from the rate of 24% to 9% this year, the country’s retail chains posted a solid increase in meat sales.
Sustainers and curtailers: Which type of sustainable foodie are you?
Sustainability isn't one size fits all. Some consumers buy sustainable products while others curb consumption of less sustainable foods, say researchers.