Irish farmers call for stop to Mercosur negotiations
The Irish Farmers Union (IFA) has called on the EU to say “enough is enough” in trade negotiations with trade bloc Mercosur.
Archives for September 10, 2018
Antimicrobial resistance levels revealed in pork and chicken
The risk of acquiring antimicrobial resistance (AMR)-related bacterial infections is very low in pork and chicken as long as they are cooked and handled hygienically, a new report from Public Health England has revealed.
Advertising complaint upheld against vegan charity
Two complaints in the UK were upheld against Viva!, a vegan campaigning charity, by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) after a complaint was made by the National Pig Association (NPA).
‘Business as usual will not solve the plastic packaging waste challenge’
‘A vision for zero plastic packaging waste’: Danone, Nestlé and others set out industry challenge to rethink plastic
Danone, Nestlé, Suntory and other bottled water and soft drinks companies have set out their vision for a future where no plastic packaging is sent to landfill or ends up as litter. How can this be achieved?
Making healthy eating easier: Tesco and Jamie Oliver promote healthy diets
UK supermarket group Tesco has joined forces with celebrity chef and health campaigner Jamie Oliver to promote ‘helpful little swaps’ that aim to get UK consumers picking healthier alternatives.
From compost to cakes: Carrot pulp flour gives healthy reformulation green credentials
Danish wholesaler Greens has developed a high-fibre, baking-friendly carrot flour made from carrot pulp, a by-product of the juicing industry, that previously went to compost.
NPD trend tracker: Quinoa pasta, bars for gut health & fava bean crackers
Launches this month include quinoa pasta, probiotic bars and fava bean crackers while some manufacturers are gearing up for Halloween and Christmas with seasonal products.
Veganism still growing despite dissatisfaction with food options
90% of US vegetarians are considering veganism, even though half of US vegans are dissatisfied with their food choices. With less structured diets trending among young consumers, food brands need to innovate and expand their offerings, according to a...
Snack chat
Myth buster: Savoury snacks are low contributors of salt and saturated fats to the average daily diet, says DG of ESA
Snack chat is BakeryandSnacks’ new online series profiling influential people working in the bakery and snacks industries. Our first guest is Sabastian Emig, director general of the European Snacks Association (ESA).