Meat industry ‘hit hard’ by EU trade policy
The EU meat industry, particularly beef, could be “hit hard” by upcoming trade deals signed by the European Union, a study has warned.
Archives for November 18, 2016
'The ethical urge' powers fair trade in Switzerland: Study
The Swiss buy more fair trade foods than Germans, but it’s not just because there are more products available to them: they’re also “more ethically convinced” by these products, researchers have found.
Germany vows to control Europe’s bird flu epidemic
Germany has vowed to fight its outbreak of avian influenza as the H5N8 strain rips through eight European countries.
Phage tech draws a blank with many consumers - Micreos
Micreos has rebranded its phage products after feedback from a focus group.
Origin labelling: A step towards transparency - or worrying form of ‘gastronationalism’?
Calls for mandatory country of origin labelling (COOL) are growing louder in Europe and supporters say it will restore trust, provide transparency and help consumers support local producers if they wish. But one political scientist sees it as "a...
Healthy breakfast may prevent childhood obesity
Missing breakfast and a lack of sleep both appear to accurately predict whether a child will become overweight or obese in later life, a University College London (UCL) study has concluded.
Thinfilm to authenticate olive oil packaging
Thin Film Electronics is running trials with Italian olive oil brands based on its Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology.
Collaborative efforts needed to tackle foodborne diseases in developing countries - expert
Collaborative efforts are imperative to reduce incidence of foodborne diseases in developing countries, according to one expert.
Health & Nutrition Week, 28 November-2 December 2016, Frankfurt, Germany
Food & nutrition futures: ‘We need to become comfortable with the uncomfortable’
Pressured food supply chains are pushing new foods and nutrient sources into view like insects and algae that are challenging the status quo, says a UK-based food trend watcher.
Russian meat giant to move into online sales
One of Russia’s largest meat producers is preparing to launch a new web store selling meat products online.