Nutrient-rich Nordic diet linked to better physical performance in elderly
The nutrients range of Nordic diets is associated with better physical performance and a decrease in disability risk later in life, a study confirms.
Archives for February 1, 2016
Foodborne botulism cases linked to Bolognese sauce
Ground meat used to prepare a Bolognese sauce has been identified as the likely source of foodborne botulism due to Clostridium baratii type F in France last year.
Alimentaria can help boost exports of Spanish meat
Alimentaria is one of Spain’s big food and drink trade shows. With 550 meat companies expected to attend this year, organisers hope the meat industry can use the show to establish a stronger presence in international markets.
Norwegian firms rethink product branding as consumers rate quality over origin
Norwegian food manufacturers are scrambling to change their branding and packaging as research shows the country's consumers rate country of origin lower than quality.
New tests needed to detect GM soy, says Cert ID
New GM crops such as CV127 soybean are not detectable with older testing methods, and food producers must update their testing protocols to avoid GM ingredients going undetected and undeclared in the food chain, according to Cert ID Europe.
Trade group considers action against ‘discriminatory’ energy drink bans
Trade association Energy Drinks Europe (EDE) has joined calls against bans on energy drink sales to under 18s in Lithuania and more recently Latvia, which it says might be contrary to EU law.
Soil Association tightens standards for organic aquaculture
British organic certification body, the Soil Association, has launched stricter standards for aquaculture which will also allow producers of organic seaweed to bear its logo.
What’s hitting the shelves? Matcha teas, Aquavit, and sparkling Ocean Spray
From super-premium functional teas to vegetable-rich cold-pressed juices, here are some of the beverages that have been springing onto shelves so far this year.
Miratorg plans export expansion
Russia’s biggest meat producer Miratorg plans to launch exports of beef to Iran and the United Arab Emirates and establish supplies of chicken to the European Union (EU), according to a statement from company representatives.