Russia extends embargo of EU food products to end of 2018
Russia has prolonged its embargo of agricultural goods from the European Union until the end of 2018, following the EU's announcement it would extend economic sanctions.
Archives for July 5, 2017
EU and Japan FTA to boost beef and pork sales
The EU and Japan have reached what the bloc is calling its “most important bilateral agreement ever”, with the main principles of a free trade deal that will enhance meat exports essentially done.
EU meat firms want new export markets as Russia extends ban
The European Union (EU) meat industry has expressed disappointment over the decision by Russia to extend its ban on EU exports of meat and meat products by 18 months, but is optimistic that producers will continue finding alternative markets.
VIDEO: Cargill R&D VP talks ‘processed’ food: ‘All food is made of chemicals’
To many consumers, ‘processed food’ is just another term for ‘junk food.’ It’s hard to define, but we know it when we see it (Twinkies). But do we know a ‘highly processed’ ingredient when we see it, and how much processing is too much? Elaine Watson...
Sugar in pregnancy linked to childhood asthma and allergy
High intake of sugar during pregnancy could increase risk of childhood allergy and allergic asthma, according to a new large-scale study.
Corbion's trans fat-free emulsifiers allow manufacturers to 're-engineer' cakes
"The conversion away from partially hydrogenated oils is really an opportunity to re-engineer cakes themselves," says Corbion as it launches SweetPro, a new line of trans fat-free emulsifiers that allow manufacturers to swap expensive bakery blends for...
Meat prices rise for sixth month in row
Global meat prices have increased every month this year up to June, according to the Food and Agricultural Organization’s (FAO) Food Price Index.
Pathway to obesity: Study links TMAO-producing gut bacteria to obesity risk
The way bacteria in our gut metabolise the foods we eat could have a strong impact on obesity risk, while blocking certain pathways could lead to prevention, say researchers.
Significant Russian beef exports to Japan imminent
Japan and Russia are to start trading meat products in earnest during the second half of this year, following an agreement between Tokyo and Moscow.
Katjes International acquires Cloetta’s struggling Italian arm
Katjes International has snapped up Cloetta’s Italian operation for SEK 450m ($54.3m*).