Norwegians eating more veg, less sugar
Norwegians are eating more vegetables and less sugar – but the balance of meat and fish consumption remains a “challenge” – according to new research published today (6 December).
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Most EU trichinellosis cases from Eastern Europe - ECDC
Bulgaria, Lithuania and Romania accounted for the majority of trichinellosis cases in 2015, according to the latest European data.
Nestlé calls for partnerships on circular economy
Swiss food giant Nestlé is calling for a more collaborative approach between the public and private sectors to develop a circular economy as it works to meet its 2030 environmental impact targets.
Why sugar and why so much? WHO investigates the food industry’s sweet tooth
It's the ‘gold standard’ for sweetness, competitors use it and artificial sweeteners aren’t clean label. Unfortunately, there are more incentives to make sugary food in Europe than there are to avoid it, says a World Health Organisation (WHO) report,...
Veggie flavours take centre stage as fruit takes a back seat
With consumers now warming to the savoury flavour notes of vegetables and botanical extracts, is fruit now taking a back seat in the quest for more exotic and unusual flavours?
Global ID adds organic certification services through acquisition
The Global ID Group has acquired a certification and control company based in Bologna, Italy.
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Ecolab strengthens pest and cleaning services
Ecolab has increased its pest elimination services for the food and beverage industry.
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Christmas comes early as China cuts sausage tariff
Meat producers let out a cry of joy this week after China slashed its standard import tax on sausages by close to 50% a month early.
CASH backs potassium chloride as solution to 'excessively high' salt levels
Manufacturers should use potassium-based salt replacers as a short-term solution to cut sodium levels in food, says UK campaign group Consensus Action on Salt (CASH).
Consumer analytical device guidelines drafted
Industry experts have produced the first guidelines for consumer analytical devices with a focus on gluten and food allergens.