FDA finalises FSMA rule for food safety during transport
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finalized a rule to help prevent food contamination during transportation.
Archives for April 5, 2016
Russian meat industry harbours export hope
Over recent months, Russian authorities have finalised a number of meat export agreements in a bid to encourage domestic companies to expand their presence in foreign markets.
UK beef exports seen as premium
Thanks to an “unparalleled” rain-fed pasture system and nutrient-rich grass, UK beef exports are perceived globally as premium meat products, according to UK levy board AHDB Beef & Lamb.
Backroom Brussels? Report calls for EU lobbying clampdown
A transparency watchdog has called for legally-binding measures to tackle lobbying in the EU, following the release of its report that claimed permanent representations for member states were being left wide open to corporate pressure.
Sugary treats take a hit as consumers cut back on snacking
Consumers are reducing the range of products they snack on, according to the authors of a new report on UK snacking habits.
Glencore sells stake in agri business to pension fund for $2.5bn
A major pension fund in Canada is to take a 40% stake in Glencore’s agriculture business for $2.5bn.
Bryansk Meat Company investment creates 400 jobs
Bryansk Meat Company, a subsidiary of Russia’s agribusiness holding Miratorg, has confirmed plans to pump billions into the growth of its beef livestock by building farms and creating jobs.
3M releases pathogen detection test for E. coli O157
3M Food Safety has launched a detection assay for E. coli O157 which is faster than previous versions to help customers make quicker decisions.
TOP bv and Bakery Wiltink to bring low-carb, gluten-free bread to market
A low-carbohydrate, gluten free bread created by food developers TOP bv is set to go into production through Dutch manufacturer Bakery Wiltink.
80% of surveyed products don't pass WHO nutrient profile
Survey blasts industry & EU for allowing unhealthy foods to make health claims
What’s the difference between a chocolate bar and an apple? Not much if you go by the misuse of health claims on food in Germany and the Netherlands says campaign group FoodWatch, after evaluating over 600 products making prominent claims to be healthy,...
‘Food circuit’ identified that could control appetite, study shows
A ‘food circuit,’ in which neurons are activated when a sweet taste is detected, may represent a new approach in controlling appetite, a study on Drosophila flies has shown.
First-half results
Barry Callebaut defies chocolate declines, but net profits slump
Barry Callebaut has posted volume growth above the chocolate confectionery market in its half-year results, but net profit fell mainly due to currency fluctuations and a challenged cocoa ingredients business.