Olive oil testing reveals problems with a third of samples
Almost a third of olive oil samples tested within a two year period were judged non-compliant, according to the Rural Payments Agency (RPA).
Archives for September 24, 2017
PureCircle CEO talks health, sugar reduction and the ‘next gen’ stevia leaf
Over the next three years, PureCircle is rolling out the “next generation” of stevia leaf that, it says, represents an even more effective sugar replacement. The investment supports the company’s drive to strengthen its product mix and move away from...
Finnish food safety authority to publish guidance on insect ingredients
Good news for ento-entrepeneurs: Finland's food safety authority Evira will publish guidelines on using insects for food, ending a loophole that forced firms to sell products as 'ornaments'.
Danish Crown reports animal welfare label success
Pork processor Danish Crown has reported huge success for products carrying the new animal welfare labelling scheme.
IKEA backs Flying SpArk’s bet that fruit flies are the protein source of the future
Compared to crickets, grasshoppers and even meal worms, the fruit fly is minuscule, but according to the co-founders of Flying SpArk this tiniest of insects could prove to be a more bountiful, sustainable and efficient source of protein.
Shoppers ‘cutting grocery bills’ with smartphones
European shoppers are increasingly accessing information on products, promotions and prices via their smartphones, according to new research.
Last chance to register for packaging webinar
Time is running out to register for a free online event scheduled for tomorrow, exploring the latest developments in packaging to crack down on spoilage in meat export consignments.
Personalised nutrition app raises €8.4m in first round of funding
An app focusing on personalised nutrition and work out plans has received $10 m (€8.4 m) in funding its Series A round led by Creandum and Eight Roads Ventures.
Ukrainian giant to take over Polish company
Ukraine’s grain and poultry giant MHP has submitted an application to Poland’s competition watchdog UOKiK to obtain the body’s approval for its plan to take over Polish poultry meat producer and processor KZD Exdrob.
UK organic food sales on track to hit record levels
Fresh produce, dairy and processed foods are fuelling organic sales in the UK, as they are tipped to exceed a record £2.2bn (€2.5bn) by the end of the year.
Projected Campylobacter increase in Belgium prompts call for action
Campylobacter incidence in Belgium may almost double by 2020, according to estimates.
Red tape delays EU-Canada free trade meat sales surge
Antibiotics and labelling have stalled the flow of meat from Canada to the European Union (EU) just days after a compressive free trade agreement came into force.
Aryzta’s FY 2017 revenues down amid US challenges
Swiss-Irish baked goods maker Aryzta reported a 2% drop in revenue for the year ended July 31, following a CEO change and poor performance in the US.