EU poultry sector must showcase added-value products
Poultry producers from the European Union (EU) must use the international stage to demonstrate their high-quality, added-value products to target global markets.
Archives for September 25, 2017
HiPP becomes first firm to reformulate over dual quality accusations
German baby food manufacturer HiPP is the first to reformulate one of its Croatian products after allegations of inferior quality compared to its German equivalent - and more could follow, it says.
France steps up organic production as demand grows
French farmers and food processors are increasing their investment in organic production in response to growing demand for “bio” products, according to the latest figures.
One thousand ill as search for Cyclospora infection source continues
More than 1,000 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported from 40 states in the US.
Cargill, Faccenda Foods form UK poultry firm
Two major poultry businesses have agreed to work together in a new joint venture to provide chicken, turkey and duck to the UK retail and foodservice market.
Unilever swaps African spreads business for subsidiary stake
Unilever has announced a €753m (ZAR11.9 bn) agreement with Remgro in a swap deal that sees the food giant exchange its South African spreads business for Remgro’s 25.75% stake in its South African subsidiary.
Seven people investigated as part of histamine in tuna outbreak
Spanish authorities are investigating seven people in relation to cases of histamine poisoning from tuna.
Consolidation in UK poultry as Cargill, Faccenda form JV
Further evidence of consolidation in the UK fresh poultry sector came yesterday (25 September) as Cargill and Faccenda Foods revealed plans to establish a joint venture operation in the country.
Not just a sweet leaf: Stevia extracts may help tackle obesity
Stevia’s health benefits go beyond sugar reduction – it could also be a natural alternative for treating metabolic disorders, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, say researchers.
Member States and Commission agree on measures following fipronil
Member States could each get ‘food safety officer’
Member States and the Commission have agreed on a raft of measures to reinforce action following the fipronil scandal including the possible creation of a 'food safety officer' in each Member State.