Saturated fat intake has increased in Irish adults and omega-3 fish oil intake has decreased in younger age groups, according to a 10-year comparative study.
A decade on: Irish diet contains too much saturated fat, not enough fish oils
vendredi 29 avril 2016
Clean-label products are not always uniform - that's a selling-point, says fruit foam start-up
Using exclusively clean label ingredients can sometimes mean products are not always 100% standardised. But for French start-up Woos fruit foams this is a key selling point.
The EFSA hackathon: Authority offers €20,000 for app ideas
"The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is offering €20,000 for an app idea it can use to provide “quick, user-friendly” mobile access to its work."
TTIP – a nail in the coffin for EU food producers?
The big winners of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) deal will be the corporate food giants and US factory farms with European producers set to lose the most, according to Friends of the Earth. "Entire sectors are at risk as cheaper imports flood the market," it says.
Food allergies: Analytical deficiency, labelling ‘muddle’ and access to testing
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp are part of a coalition which has called for equal access to allergy testing.
German court rules against 'vegan cheese' - but what should plant-based alternatives be called?
If it's not made from animal milk it can't be called cheese, a German court has ruled in a case against a 'vegan cheese' manufacturer. But when consumers' point of reference for a product is a protected name - even if they are looking for its plant-based alternative - are they and manufacturers at a disadvantage?
Monsanto slams EU attempt to block GM crops in Africa as 'neo-colonialism'
jeudi 28 avril 2016
The European Parliament’s Committee on Development has urged G8 member states “not to support GMO [genetically modified] crops in Africa” as part of its critical resolution on the New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition - a decision agri giant Monsanto has called anti-business and neo-colonialist.
Almost one fifth of children are over tolerable levels for potential carcinogen 3-MCPD
Almost one fifth of young children exceed the tolerable daily intake for potential carcinogen 3-MCPD, says the Dutch food safety authority, as EFSA prepares to release an assessment on the compound next week.
Cheap food or no pesticides: Consumers can’t have it both ways, says ECPA
The European Crop Protection Association has said Europeans don’t understand the harsh realities of food production or appreciate the potential magnitude of the world’s food supply problem - pesticides are important in maintaining supply and keeping prices down, it says.
Kerry Group reports growth in business volumes
Kerry Group has posted a 2.9% growth in business volumes, driven by its Taste & nutrition and Consumer food divisions in first quarter results, thanks partly to its children‘s snack product Cheestrings.
Nichols plans relaunch of sugar-free drinks range
Nichols announced a relaunch of its sugar-free brands this summer, following the news of the tax on sugary drinks, and predicted earnings would be in line with expectations.
Just Bee taps into sugar backlash with honey-sweetened water
Honey ticks all the boxes: it's natural, tastes great and is sweeter than sugar, according to UK honey water company Just Bee, which says it could soon become the sweetener of choice in soft drinks.
EFSA moves ‘flagship’ journal to Wiley as transparency drive continues
The EFSA Journal and its full archive dating back to 2003 has migrated to Wiley Online Library, as the EU’s central agency seeks greater “openness and engagement” for its primary research work.
Far from shy: Shouts about coconut sugar fall foul of advert regulators
Tiana Fair Trade Organic's claims that its coconut nectar is a “guilt free sugar substitute” are in breach of regulations, the British advertising authority has ruled.
Danish fat tax had a ‘small but positive impact’ on the nation’s health
Denmark’s short-lived tax on saturated fat had a small but positive impact on the nation’s health, cutting consumption of total fat and boosting vegetable and fibre intake – although it also had the unintended effect of increasing salt intake among women, say researchers.
Spotlight on Start Ups: Personal and product development
The Natural & Organic Products show in London was an opportunity to showcase the best of the natural and organic industry.
Spotlight on start-ups: 'Made in Africa' chocolate, food waste fruit jerky and umami butter
FoodNavigator will be starting a weekly feature ‘Spotlight on Start-ups’ where we interview some of the most innovative food start-ups operating in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Here we give a preview of three of them.
Forget weight, body shape is key indicator for heart attack risk, study finds
Excess abdominal fat is more of a risk factor for heart attacks than weight, especially for women, a Norwegian study has determined.
EFSA 'urgently' requested to assess BPA safety
The Dutch presidency has “kindly but urgently” requested the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to look into the safety of bisphenol A (BPA).
Italian agri-entrepreneurs cultivate kiss-friendly heritage garlic
Two Italian entrepreneurial farmers have launched KissinGarlic a mildly flavoured garlic that is easily digested and doesn't cause bad breath. But by cultivating a plant variety that was on the cusp of being lost, they're also on a mission to "widen the food industry's horizons".
Diet changes may not improve sleep quality, review concludes
Modifying food intake as a therapy for improving the quality of sleep may not make a difference, a review of studies has found.
Raw foods on the rise as clean-label consumers crave more
From snack bars to spreads, chocolate to cheese, the trend for raw ingredients in processed foods is spreading across Europe, says Mintel, as consumer attention goes beyond the ingredient list to look at clean-label processing methods.
Far from shy: Shouts about coconut sugar fall foul of advert regulators
mercredi 27 avril 2016
Tiana Fair Trade Organic's claims that its coconut nectar is a “guilt free sugar substitute” are in breach of regulations, the British advertising authority has ruled.
Danish fat tax had a ‘small but positive impact’ on the nation’s health
Denmark’s short-lived tax on saturated fat had a small but positive impact on the nation’s health, cutting consumption of total fat and boosting vegetable and fibre intake – although it also had the unintended effect of increasing salt intake among women, say researchers.
Nestlé agrees frozen foods deal with R&R Ice Cream
Nestlé and R&R, a leading ice cream company based in the UK owned by PAI Partners, have signed an agreement to set up Froneri, a global ice cream and frozen food joint venture (jv).
Video: Nim's brings its fruit-drying technology to vegetable snacks
Snacks supplier Nim’s Fruit Crisps unveiled its first range of vegetable crisps at the Food & Drink Expo in the UK last week – and took the show’s award for Best New Idea.
Food and drink industry Rich List – in pictures
Business leaders from Associated British Food, Heineken, Morrisons, Sainsbury and 2 Sisters all earned a place on The Sunday Times Rich List 2016.
Far from shy: Shouts about coconut sugar fall foul of advert regulators
Tiana Fair Trade Organic's claims that its coconut nectar is a “guilt free sugar substitute” are in breach of regulations, the British advertising authority has ruled.
Spotlight on Start Ups: Personal and product development
mardi 26 avril 2016
The Natural & Organic Products show at the Excel Centre in London was an opportunity to showcase the best of the natural and organic industry.
Spotlight on start-ups: 'Made in Africa' chocolate, food waste fruit jerky and umami butter
FoodNavigator will be starting a weekly feature ‘Spotlight on Start-ups’ where we interview some of the most innovative food start-ups operating in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Here we give a preview of three of them.
Forget weight, body shape is key indicator for heart attack risk, study finds
Excess abdominal fat is more of a risk factor for heart attacks than weight, especially for women, a Norwegian study has determined.
EFSA 'urgently' requested to assess BPA safety
The Dutch presidency has “kindly but urgently” requested the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to look into the safety of bisphenol A (BPA).
Our stool frequency claim may not be sexy – but it adds credibility to empty slogans: BENEO
A survey of over 1,000 consumers in the UK and Spain has helped German ingredients giant BENEO join the dots between its EFSA-approved stool frequency health claim on paper and what consumers look for in digestive health on pack.
byFlow to create ‘art on a plate’ desserts as it prepares for world tour
Dutch 3D printer manufacturer byFlow has created a portable 3D printer that prints desserts.
Leaders ripping apart the black box
It’s hard to care, when you don’t know the real supply chain picture, argues Scandinavia-based analyst in this guest article.
UK cheese exporter Somerdale wins Queen's Award
UK cheese exporter Somerdale International has been given the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
Mondelēz revives iconic Roses brand switching to tear-off wrappers
Mondelēz has revived its iconic Cadbury Roses brand as part of a £3m ($4.3m) campaign to redesign the chocolates, its packaging, and switching to tear-off wrappers.
Diet changes may not improve sleep quality, review concludes
lundi 25 avril 2016
Modifying food intake as a therapy for improving the quality of sleep may not make a difference, a review of studies has found.
Italian agri-entrepreneurs cultivate kiss-friendly heritage garlic
Two Italian entrepreneurial farmers have launched KissinGarlic a mildly flavoured garlic that is easily digested and doesn't cause bad breath. But by cultivating a plant variety that was on the cusp of being lost, they're also on a mission to "widen the food industry's horizons".
Irish delegation promoting dairy in Iran
Bord Bia; the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine; and 17 Irish food companies are visiting Iran on a trade mission - the first from Ireland since international sanctions were lifted earlier this year.
Raw foods on the rise as clean-label consumers crave more
From snack bars to spreads, chocolate to cheese, the trend for raw ingredients in processed foods is spreading across Europe, says Mintel, as consumer attention goes beyond the ingredient list to look at clean-label processing methods.
Cambridge backs cloud-based food safety system
Cambridge City Council has provided backing for Checkit’s management and monitoring system.
Seaweed market boosted by NPD surge
Food and drink product launches with seaweed flavours, including kombu, nori, and wakame, grew by 147% in Europe between 2011 and 2015, according to latest figures.
Coke Zero relaunches to ‘end sugar-free confusion’
Coca-Cola Great Britain is to improve and rebrand Coke Zero as Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, in an attempt, to change the mix of its portfolio.
What’s hitting the shelves? Pepsi premium cola, organic Capri Sun and new Pimm’s cider
From protein waters to bourbon brands, we take a look at some of the new products bounding into beverage aisles across the globe this month.
Sweet or salty? Weight gain more likely in sweet-toothed toddlers, study shows
samedi 23 avril 2016
Children who eat sweet foods over salty snacks, despite being full, are more likely to experience weight gain, a study has found.
Dutch industry-backed nutrition label ticked off with mounting criticism
The industry group behind the Dutch healthy eating label, known as the tick, has come under fire from a consumer watchdog which says it is confusing, biased and should be scrapped - but it has defended its label.
What's the future direction for sustainable sourcing?
Sustainable sourcing has become fashionable in the food industry, with a growing number of companies making such commitments. However, the increasing number of sustainability schemes raises questions about long-term developments.
Problem with pectin? Soy-polysaccharides could be the solution
Premium Ingredients has developed new stabilisers for acidified dairy drinks that it says will alleviate some of the strain created by rising prices and dwindling availability of pectin.
Sweet or salty? Weight gain more likely in sweet-toothed toddlers study shows
vendredi 22 avril 2016
Children who eat sweet foods over salty snacks, despite being full, are more likely to experience weight gain, a study has found.
What's the future direction for sustainable sourcing?
Sustainable sourcing has become fashionable in the food industry, with a growing number of companies making such commitments. However, the increasing number of sustainability schemes raises questions about long-term developments.
Problem with pectin? Soy-polysaccharides could be the solution
Premium Ingredients has developed new stabilisers for acidified dairy drinks that it says will alleviate some of the strain created by rising prices and dwindling availability of pectin.
Dutch industry-backed nutrition label ticked off with mounting criticism
The industry group behind the Dutch healthy eating label, known as the tick, has come under fire from a consumer watchdog which says it is confusing, biased and should be scrapped - but it has defended its label.
Any objections? Sweden notifies EU on vitamin D fortification plans
Sweden is preparing to send its proposals for mandatory vitamin D food fortification to the EU, with the regulation due to come into force in autumn 2016.
Mothers high-fructose diet may lead to foetal metabolic disorders: Study
A high-fructose diet during pregnancy may lead to the foetus developing hypertension, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and obesity in later life, a study reports.
Zero deforestation and meat-rich diets possible but very tricky
Fear not – nine billion people can be fed by 2050 without further deforestation. The claim comes from researchers at the Global Institute of Social Ecology in Vienna, Austria.
3dChef partners with confectionery firms to develop next generation candies
3dChef has partnered with a number of confectionery firms to develop next generation candies, sweets and decorative decorations for the pastry industry.
London traffic hard to swallow for food delivery firms
Food and drink manufacturers will face “significant challenges” in making deliveries in the capital due to a “creaking” transport infrastructure, a new report has warned.
Food firms slam sneaky shrinking products claim
Food and drink manufacturers have denied claims made by consumer pressure group Which? that shrinking the pack size of products was a “sneaky way of increasing prices”.
Mothers high-fructose diet may lead to foetal metabolic disorders: Study
jeudi 21 avril 2016
A high-fructose diet during pregnancy may lead to the foetus developing hypertension, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and obesity in later life, a study reports.
Italy moves to ban 18-month expiry date for olive oil
The Italian Senate this month voted to remove an 18-month expiry date on extra virgin olive oil, a move that the Italian agricultural association has called a “grave error”.
Zero deforestation and meat-rich diets possible but very tricky
Fear not – nine billion people can be fed by 2050 without further deforestation. The claim comes from researchers at the Global Institute of Social Ecology in Vienna, Austria.
Bunge acquires controlling stake of German oil supplier Walter Rau
Agri-food giant Bunge will buy a controlling stake in edible oils and fats supplier Walter Rau Neusser Öl und Fett in a bid to continue growth in Europe
Italy moves to ban 18-month expiry date for olive oil
The Italian Senate this month voted to remove an 18-month expiry date on extra virgin olive oil, a move that the Italian agricultural association has called a “grave error”.
Venture capital fund seeks start-ups: Must be sustainable innovative & ready to make money
New Crop Capital is a venture capital fund that only invests in sustainable start-ups developing cultured and plant-based meat, dairy and egg products. But it's not just about saving the planet: “There are billions to be made annually in this space,” it says.
Grain of truth in fast food & infertility link study states
People who consume more fast food are exposed to higher levels of chemicals that can lead to infertility, according to a study.
Middle East & Africa beat 'lacklustre' Europe for fresh food sales in 2015: Euromonitor
The Middle East and Africa were the most dynamic markets for fresh food sales in 2015 as the Russian embargo hit Eastern European markets and Western consumers opted for convenience. But packaging innovations and the health and wellness trends could provide a welcome boost for sluggish developed markets, according to Euromonitor.
The ultimate taste test: Insect burger plant burger or meat burger?
The Belgian researchers' battle of the burgers threw up an interesting result: Although meat came out top, consumers liked the insect burgers more when told they contained mealworms, putting it on a par with the plant-based burger.
Bunge acquires controlling stake of German oil supplier Walter Rau
Agri-food giant Bunge will buy a controlling stake in edible oils and fats supplier Walter Rau Neusser Öl und Fett in a bid to continue growth in Europe
Coconut oil: superfood or not?
The nutrition science community is becoming increasingly concerned about the health halo around coconut oil and the risk to health if consumption becomes a regular occurrence.
Science vs taste: Nestlé and Mondelēz reveal different takes on candy nutrition guidelines
Nestlé says it is primarily guided by science when setting nutrition guidelines for its confections, while Mondelēz International takes account of multiple factors, but says consumer preference and taste is key.
Cadbury left black & blue in latest Nestlé battle over the color purple
mercredi 20 avril 2016
Cadbury owner Mondelēz International has been dealt a blow in its ongoing fight with Nestlé to enforce UK trade mark protection on milk chocolate products wrapped in a shade of purple.
Venture capital fund seeks start-ups: Must be sustainable innovative & ready to make money
New Crop Capital is a venture capital fund that only invests in sustainable start-ups developing cultured and plant-based meat, dairy and egg products. But it's not just about saving the planet: “There are billions to be made annually in this space,” it says.
Grain of truth in fast food & infertility link study states
People who consume more fast food are exposed to higher levels of chemicals that can lead to infertility, according to a study.
Middle East & Africa beat 'lacklustre' Europe for fresh food sales in 2015: Euromonitor
The Middle East and Africa were the most dynamic markets for fresh food sales in 2015 as the Russian embargo hit Eastern European markets and Western consumers opted for convenience. But packaging innovations and the health and wellness trends could provide a welcome boost for sluggish developed markets, according to Euromonitor.
The ultimate taste test: Insect burger plant burger or meat burger?
The Belgian researchers' battle of the burgers threw up an interesting result: Although meat came out top, consumers liked the insect burgers more when told they contained mealworms, putting it on a par with the plant-based burger.
Food leaders should grow a pair over EU promotion
Food and drink manufacturing leaders and other business executives who support EU membership have been urged to promote the benefits of membership far more actively, in hard-hitting comments from Food and Drink Federation (FDF) boss Ian Wright, delivered in a panel discussion at the trade event Foodex.
Paper offers insights into 85s diets but huge data gaps remain
The rapidly-growing age segment of over-85s has been neglected in both nutrition research and dietary recommendations, say UK researchers behind a large-scale trail-blazing study.
Study says MacuView helps with eye health and AMD
A recent study published in the Journal of Ophthalmology has shown the benefits of consuming a dairy drink, MacuView, containing lutein-, zeaxanthin- and DHA-enriched egg yolk.
Bühler aims to 'close the global protein gap' with algae insects and pulses
mardi 19 avril 2016
Swiss giant Bühler has backed a series of research and development (R&D) projects looking at insects, algae and pulses as alternative protein sources.
Food firms improve sustainability promises - but are they following them up with action?
The world's top 10 food firms are improving their promises and pledges on sustainability, food security and workers' rights, according to Oxfam’s Behind the Brands report. But is there any action behind the words?
Fresh fruit linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke
Fresh fruit consumption has been linked with a lower risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
Bühler aims to 'close the global protein gap' with algae insects and pulses
Swiss giant Bühler has backed a series of research and development (R&D) projects looking at insects, algae and pulses as alternative protein sources.
Food firms improve sustainability promises - but are they following them up with action?
The world's top 10 food firms are improving their promises and pledges on sustainability, food security and workers' rights, according to Oxfam’s Behind the Brands report. But is there any action behind the words?
Fresh fruit linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke
Fresh fruit consumption has been linked with a lower risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
NFU wont campaign but opposes Brexit
The UK’s National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has said that after evaluating of the agricultural merits of the case, it is in favor of staying in the European Union (EU).
Danone Q1 results in line with expectations
Danone has issued its Q1 2016 results, showing sales of fresh dairy products down compared to the previous first quarter of 2015.
We could be consuming food all the time that is not authentic but we wouldnt know about it until afterwards
‘We could be consuming food all the time that is not authentic but we wouldn’t know about it until afterwards’, according to Andy Morling, head, Food Crime Unit, Food Standards Agency (FSA).
The 'Trend Commandments' for food & drinks companies
lundi 18 avril 2016
Barentz backs water lentils for protein
Dutch ingredients player Barentz International has partnered with Floridian biotech start-up Parabel USA to globally distribute ‘water lentil’-derived protein.
Excess sugar consumption similar to cocaine addiction' says study
An over consumption of sugar sets in motion a reward mechanism in the brain that mimics other drugs such as tobacco and cocaine, a study has suggested.
Online teenagers helping to market high calorie foods
Marketing messages promoting high-calorie foods are receiving a boost from an unexpected source - teenage social media users - according to a Swedish study.
The 'Trend Commandments' for food & drinks companies
No new legislation needed on growing up milks says long-awaited Commission report
There is no need for new legislation specific to so-called ’growing up’ milks, the European Commission has said in a report rebuked by industry and NGOs alike.
Excess sugar consumption ‘similar to cocaine addiction', says study
An over consumption of sugar sets in motion a reward mechanism in the brain that mimics other drugs such as tobacco and cocaine, a study has suggested.
Online teenagers helping to market high calorie foods
Marketing messages promoting high-calorie foods are receiving a boost from an unexpected source - teenage social media users - according to a Swedish study.
Quitting EU ‘disastrous’ for food and drink exporters
A vote to leave the EU in the June 23 referendum could spell disaster for UK food and drink exporters, warns new research from insolvency firm Begbies Traynor.
Mars to label savoury products in global portfolio: 'Eat occasionally, once a week'
samedi 16 avril 2016
Mars will add labels to some savoury products in its global portfolio, such as Uncle Ben's and Dolmio, that don't meet its own nutrition criteria to say they should only be eaten 'occasionally'.
Phosphate alternative suggested to keep prawns juicy and tasty
Polysaccharides have been put forward as a cheaper alternative to phosphates to help retain water in prawns under commercial conditions, a study has decided.
Unilever and Nestlé battle against tough market conditions
Negative growth in Europe, fragile consumer demand and volatile markets marked the first quarter for Unilever but Nestlé says softer pricing helped it maintain positive growth.
Mars to label savoury products in global portfolio: 'Eat occasionally, once a week'
vendredi 15 avril 2016
Mars will add labels to some savoury products in its global portfolio, such as Uncle Ben's and Dolmio, that don't meet its own nutrition criteria to say they should only be eaten 'occasionally'.
Phosphate alternative suggested to keep prawns juicy and tasty
Polysaccharides have been put forward as a cheaper alternative to phosphates to help retain water in prawns under commercial conditions, a study has decided.
Food & Drink Expo: Preview of new products on show in UK
More than 1,200 exhibitors will gather in Birmingham, UK, next week across four events hosted by William Reed, owner of BakeryandSnacks.com: Foodex , Food & Drink Expo incorporating the Farm Shop & Deli Show and the National Convenience Show . Here we present a sample of the new or recently launched bakery, snacking and cereal products that will be on show
Mars: ‘Don't eat some of our products every day’
Mars Foods is to advise consumers to limit the consumption of certain products in a bid to improve the nation’s health..
NIZO looking at the future of cheese through microCheese and DNA
There is a great deal of cutting-edge research taking place in the cheese industry.
Unilever and Nestlé battle against tough market conditions
Negative growth in Europe, fragile consumer demand and volatile markets marked the first quarter for Unilever but Nestlé says softer pricing helped it maintain positive growth.
Modern drives boost food plant efficiency
Over the past two decades, there have been dramatic changes in the functionality and capabilities of motor drives. Their increased performance has transformed machine design.
Simple paper test could better detect food pathogens
jeudi 14 avril 2016
A simple, paper-based test could help detect food pathogens before they reach supermarket shelves and restaurants, say Korean researchers.
Solidaridad denies tax avoidance in Panama Papers fallout
Dutch sustainable supply chain adviser and NGO, Solidaridad, has denied allegations of tax avoidance and wrongdoing over its links with Mossack Fonseca, the law firm at the heart of the Panama Papers scandal.
CO2 rises could fuel obesity as plants “carb-load”
The nutritional quality of food will plummet as carbon emissions rise, with every bite delivering less protein, fewer micronutrients and more sugars, according to a report released this week.
Danish researchers develop new method to test arsenic in food
A new analytical method to determine the content of inorganic arsenic in foods can help industry make food safer and meet European monitoring targets, say the Danish researchers who developed it.
Simple paper test could better detect food pathogens
A simple, paper-based test could help detect food pathogens before they reach supermarket shelves and restaurants, say Korean researchers.
Vitafoods to showcase nutrition innovation boom
92% of 800+ ingredient and product exhibitors that attended Vitafoods Europe in Geneva last year said they would launch at least one product in the following year.
Solidaridad denies tax avoidance in Panama Papers fallout
Dutch sustainable supply chain adviser and NGO, Solidaridad, has denied allegations of tax avoidance and wrongdoing over its links with Mossack Fonseca, the law firm at the heart of the Panama Papers scandal.
‘Argue for your deviation!’ EFSA tells industry
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) told industry in Brussels this week to “argue their case” if they deviate from its guidance on novel food applications.
Danish researchers develop new method to test arsenic in food
A new analytical method to determine the content of inorganic arsenic in foods can help industry make food safer and meet European monitoring targets, say the Danish researchers who developed it.
EU nanomaterial definition expected this autumn, says Commission
An updated definition of engineered nanomaterial is expected by September or October this year, a European Commission official has said.
McCain sees pre-tax profits rise despite sales dip
Chip producer McCain Foods GB has seen pre-tax profits for the full year hit almost £64M, up from £54.7M in 2014.
CO2 rises could fuel obesity as plants “carb-load”
The nutritional quality of food will plummet as carbon emissions rise, with every bite delivering less protein, fewer micronutrients and more sugars, according to a report released this week.
MEPs give glyphosate green light – with caveats
The European Parliament has voted in favour of re-authorising the use of glyphosate – the weedkiller that almost two thirds of consumers want to see banned - but have limited this approval to seven years.
High-protein diet better for weight loss and improving mobility, says study
A high-protein diet can help obese older adults lose weight and improve physical function compared with a regular weight loss regimen, according to a new study.
Kerry Foods' 100% natural preservative claim given green light for Irish ham
Kerry Foods Denny Deli Ham is able to claim it is the only 100% natural ham without artificial ingredients in ireland, after an advertising complaint was rejected by the UK’s Advertising Standards Agency (ASA).
Switching from saturated fat to vegetable oil cuts cholesterol but increases heart attack risk: Review
Switching from saturated fat to vegetable oils that are rich in linoleic acid reduces cholesterol but actually increases the incidence of heart attacks and heart disease, according to a recent review of a data collected nearly 50 years ago.
MEPs give glyphosate green light – with caveats
mercredi 13 avril 2016
The European Parliament has voted in favour of re-authorising the use of glyphosate – the weedkiller that almost two thirds of consumers want to see banned - but have limited this approval to seven years.
High-protein diet better for weight loss and improving mobility, says study
A high-protein diet can help obese older adults lose weight and improve physical function compared with a regular weight loss regimen, according to a new study.
Kerry Foods' 100% natural preservative claim given green light for Irish ham
Kerry Foods Denny Deli Ham is able to claim it is the only 100% natural ham without artificial ingredients in ireland, after an advertising complaint was rejected by the UK’s Advertising Standards Agency (ASA).
Switching from saturated fat to vegetable oil cuts cholesterol but increases heart attack risk: Review
Switching from saturated fat to vegetable oils that are rich in linoleic acid reduces cholesterol but actually increases the incidence of heart attacks and heart disease, according to a recent review of a data collected nearly 50 years ago.
Decline or rise? Europe cocoa processing numbers released
Figures from grinders including Cargill, Barry Callebaut, Nestlé and Mondelēz show the volumes of cocoa processed in Europe in the first quarter of this year.
European Parliament votes to scrap nutrient profiles
Members of European Parliament (MEPs) voted today to scrap nutrient profiles, a result that leaves consumer rights groups, public health campaigners and some industry players sorely disappointed.
'Turn traceability into a marketing tool,' say creators of farm-to-fork smartphone app
OriginTrail, an app created by Slovenian startup that allows consumers to scan processed products in the supermarket and trace ingredients back to the farm, means manufacturers can turn transparency commitments into action, say its creators, who have set their sights on expanding to other EU countries.
Wearable sensor tracks calories by recognising chewing sounds
Scientists have developed a wearable system that monitors calorie intake by recognising the chewing and swallowing sounds of food, a research paper has revealed.
Is the booming gluten-free baby food market about to get another boost?
New studies have prompted changes to some advice on the introduction of gluten. Could it have an impact on booming EU sales of gluten-free baby foods?
Retailers slammed for fictitious own-brand farm names - but is all fair in love, war and marketing?
Retail giant Tesco faced a backlash for using fictitious British farm names to sell produce from as far afield as Chile but it’s an EU-wide practice that hits farmers and deceives consumers, say unions. But are they actually in breach of EU food law or is this a fair game marketing practice?
Polish potential: Poland is Eastern Europe’s food innovation hub, says Mintel
Poland is leading the way for food and drink innovation in Eastern Europe accounting for over a third of product launches in the region – but as one of the fastest growing economies in the EU, it’s also an interesting export destination, says Mintel.
EU and Chile sign landmark organic trade deal
The European Union and Chile have finalised the first of a new generation of agreements aimed at facilitating trade in organic products.
Personalised nutrition ‘really works’: new research
New EU research shows that diets targeted at an individual’s specific needs –personalised nutrition – can improve health more than general nutrition advice, but the results are not improved by honing that advice based on people's phenotype (physiological characteristics) or genetic (DNA) make-up.
Novel regulation - same old delays? Stakeholders express novel food process concerns
mardi 12 avril 2016
The updated novel food regulation has been billed by the European Commission as a new streamline system that will put innovation back on the EU menu – yet attendees of a stakeholders meeting this week expressed concern these hopes would be dashed by duplication and delays.
European Parliament votes to scrap nutrient profiles
Members of European Parliament (MEPs) voted today to scrap nutrient profiles, a result that leaves consumer rights groups, public health campaigners and some industry players sorely disappointed.
'Turn traceability into a marketing tool,' say creators of farm-to-fork smartphone app
OriginTrail, an app created by Slovenian startup that allows consumers to scan processed products in the supermarket and trace ingredients back to the farm, means manufacturers can turn transparency commitments into action, say its creators, who have set their sights on expanding to other EU countries.
Wearable sensor tracks calories by recognising chewing sounds
Scientists have developed a wearable system that monitors calorie intake by recognising the chewing and swallowing sounds of food, a research paper has revealed.
Is the booming gluten-free baby food market about to get another boost?
New studies have prompted changes to some advice on the introduction of gluten. Could it have an impact on booming EU sales of gluten-free baby foods?
M&S boss wins backing despite food sales ‘below expectations’
City analysts have backed the new boss at Marks & Spencer (M&S), Steve Rowe, after the company unveiled food sales below analysts’ expectations.
Wageningen University & FrieslandCampina researching 3D printing of milk protein structures
3D food printing gives academics an opportunity to explore the functionality of ingredients and how we can delay the process to get a solid structure and build challenging shapes, according to Dr Maarten Schutyser, professor, Food Process Engineering, Wageningen University.
‘The way to tackle obesity is…’ ICBA president on alternatives to sugar tax
The debate on how to tackle obesity has been thrown fully into the limelight following the announcement of a UK sugar tax on beverages. Jim Goetz, president of the International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA), says singling out beverages risks taking the focus away from “real solutions that help people balance calories from all sources”.
Almarai Q1 results: Bakery outperforms dairy and poultry divisions
lundi 11 avril 2016
Saudi Arabian food and drink business Almarai has reported a surge in profits from its bakery division, while increased costs have hit profits from its dairy business.
Retailers slammed for fictitious own-brand farm names - but is all fair in love, war and marketing?
Retail giant Tesco faced a backlash for using fictitious British farm names to sell produce from as far afield as Chile but it’s an EU-wide practice that hits farmers and deceives consumers, say unions. But are they actually in breach of EU food law or is this a fair game marketing practice?
Polish potential: Poland is Eastern Europe’s food innovation hub, says Mintel
Poland is leading the way for food and drink innovation in Eastern Europe accounting for over a third of product launches in the region – but as one of the fastest growing economies in the EU, it’s also an interesting export destination, says Mintel.
More food producers go bust, after ‘supermarket price war’
The rate of food manufacturers going bust has tripled in five years – with an 11% rise in firms going out of business in the past year alone – as a direct result of “cut-throat competition” between the UK’s leading supermarkets, warns accounting and consulting group Moore Stephens.
EU and Chile sign landmark organic trade deal
The European Union and Chile have finalised the first of a new generation of agreements aimed at facilitating trade in organic products.
Duck feet: The next alternative gelatin source for confectionery?
Gelatin extracted from duck feet or other avian sources could provide an alternative to pig and cow sources, which some consumers avoid for ethical or religious reasons, claims a new study.
Spanish firm Riberebro fined €5.2m for mushroom cartel
samedi 9 avril 2016
The European Commission has fined Spanish vegetable processor, Riberebro, €5.2 million for price fixing in a canned mushroom cartel from 2010 to 2012.
Expert calls for activity icons that could help ‘reduce obesity rates’
Food should be labelled with how much exercise is required to expend its calories in order to help promote an active lifestyle, said a leading health expert.
Healthy eating guidelines not eco-friendly enough, say scientists
Following global dietary advice for healthy eating could help avoid over five million deaths per year, but it will only cut carbon emissions by 29% - nowhere near enough to prevent global temperatures rising above two degrees, British researchers say.
Major brands dump palm oil supplier IOI following RSPO suspension
Four of the world’s biggest food companies have moved swiftly to cease trading with Malaysian firm IOI after it fell foul of sustainable palm oil rules, but NGOs say it’s too little too late.
Fermented foods: Where flavour and function combine
The quest for novel taste sensations that strike the right note with consumers means food makers are constantly on the look-out for new flavours or food production methods - and the trend for fermented ticks both boxes.
UK supplier brings insect protein to Europe: “We are laying the foundation on which to build the industry,” says Mophagy founder
FoodNavigator talks insect innovation and EU regulation with the founder of UK insect start-up, Mophagy, that has just landed official European distribution rights for Entomo Farms.
Expert calls for activity icons that could help ‘reduce obesity rates’
vendredi 8 avril 2016
Food should be labelled with how much exercise is required to expend its calories in order to help promote an active lifestyle, said a leading health expert.
French find fault in 4 or 5-class nutrient profiling
The French food safety agency (ANSES) has concluded two nutrient profiling systems won’t provide people with easily understandable grading of food into four or five classes depending on their healthiness.
Spanish firm Riberebro fined €5.2m for mushroom cartel
The European Commission has fined Spanish vegetable processor, Riberebro, €5.2 million for price fixing in a canned mushroom cartel from 2010 to 2012.
Healthy eating guidelines not eco-friendly enough, say scientists
Following global dietary advice for healthy eating could help avoid over five million deaths per year, but it will only cut carbon emissions by 29% - nowhere near enough to prevent global temperatures rising above two degrees, British researchers say.
Retailers’ interest in lean manufacturing is ‘massive opportunity’
Food and drink retailers’ growing interest in lean manufacturing is a “massive opportunity” for manufacturers, according to Lauras International, which is sponsoring Food Manufacture’s free, one-hour webinar focusing on the topic at 11am on Tuesday April 26.
Downturn in yoghurt probiotic use propped up by supplements: Chr Hansen CFO
jeudi 7 avril 2016
Chief financial officer (CFO) for ingredients giant Chr Hansen says there has been a downturn in use of probiotics in yoghurts over the last five years due to the EU’s ban on the term – but food supplements are weathering the storm.
Fermented foods: Where flavour and function combine
The quest for novel taste sensations that strike the right note with consumers means food makers are constantly on the look-out for new flavours or food production methods - and the trend for fermented ticks both boxes.
Rabobank dairy report says upturn after challenging 2016
According to Rabobank, the global dairy market shouldn’t expect any growth until 2017.
UK supplier brings insect protein to Europe: “We are laying the foundation on which to build the industry,” says Mophagy founder
FoodNavigator talks insect innovation and EU regulation with the founder of UK insect start-up, Mophagy, that has just landed official European distribution rights for Entomo Farms.
Major brands dump palm oil supplier IOI following RSPO suspension
Four of the world’s biggest food companies have moved swiftly to cease trading with Malaysian firm IOI after it fell foul of sustainable palm oil rules, but NGOs say it’s too little too late.
Bosch Packaging: ‘Lean production is the key driver of short throughput time’
Lean production is the key driver of short throughput time, according to Bosch Packaging Technology, following its first in-house show at its Schiedam factory in the Netherlands.
Canadean dairy summit to look at European dairy issues
The second Canadean Dairy Innovation Summit 2016 brings together European dairy cooperatives, manufacturers and private companies to provide an update one year on from the milk quota removal, explore the latest innovations, how to expand into international markets and other relevant topics.
Heard of soursop, ditakh or cashew apple flavour? You'll need to if you want to break into Africa, says Aromatech
French flavour firm Aromatech has developed a range of flavours specifically designed to appeal to African consumers based on local fruit - but European consumers looking for new, exotic tastes will also love them, it says.
Survey blasts industry & EU for allowing unhealthy foods to make health claims
What’s the difference between a chocolate bar and an apple? Not much if you go by the misuse of health claims on food in Germany and the Netherlands says campaign group FoodWatch, after evaluating over 600 products making prominent claims to be healthy, finding that 80% were high in sugar, salt or fat.
‘Food circuit’ identified that could control appetite, study shows
A ‘food circuit,’ in which neurons are activated when a sweet taste is detected, may represent a new approach in controlling appetite, a study on Drosophila flies has shown.
Trendspotter: Looking ahead to flavours of the future in Europe and beyond
Sugar reduction now a 'key mindset' of consumers, survey shows
Reducing sugar intake has become a key concern amongst many European consumers, with a quarter of those surveyed now preferring low sugar food products, a 2,500-strong survey has found.
Tereos & Cornelius Nordic ink Scandinavian partnership
Cornelius Nordic has secured distribution rights for Tereos in a Scandinavian partnership that will target the Danish and Swedish markets for ingredients such as starches, glucose syrups and polyols.
Salt stimulates passive eating of fatty foods: Study
Salt provokes fatty food eating, and can even trigger increased food intake among people who have a preference for less fatty foods, Australian researchers have found.
Weight of the world: 20% of adults obese by 2025, study predicts
Around 20% of adults worldwide will be obese by 2025, if policies designed to slow down and stop the worldwide increase in Body Mass Index (BMI) are not revised and implemented, according to a study.
Can firms clean up vanillin's clean label image amid natural supply shortages?
It’s the world’s most popular food flavour but less than 1% of global demand for vanilla can be met by the natural vanilla orchid – and this year’s supplies have been hit by a poor harvest in top producing country Madagascar, sending prices skyrocketing. But is a switch to artificial vanillin the solution?
Heard of soursop, ditakh or cashew apple flavour? You'll need to if you want to break into Africa, says Aromatech
French flavour firm Aromatech has developed a range of flavours specifically designed to appeal to African consumers based on local fruit - but European consumers looking for new, exotic tastes will also love them, it says.
Heard of soursop, ditakh or the cashew apple? You'll need to if you want to break into Africa, says Aromatech
French flavour firm Aromatech has developed a range of flavours specifically designed to appeal to African consumers based on local fruit - but European consumers looking for new, exotic tastes will also love them, it says.
Survey blasts industry & EU for allowing unhealthy foods to make health claims
mercredi 6 avril 2016
What’s the difference between a chocolate bar and an apple? Not much if you go by the misuse of health claims on food in Germany and the Netherlands says campaign group FoodWatch, after evaluating over 600 products making prominent claims to be healthy, finding that 80% were high in sugar, salt or fat.
Backroom Brussels? Report calls for EU lobbying clampdown
A transparency watchdog has called for legally-binding measures to tackle lobbying in the EU, following the release of its report that claimed permanent representations for member states were being left wide open to corporate pressure.
TOP bv and Bakery Wiltink to bring low-carb, gluten-free bread to market
A low-carbohydrate, gluten free bread created by food developers TOP bv is set to go into production through Dutch manufacturer Bakery Wiltink.
Barry Callebaut defies chocolate declines, but net profits slump
Barry Callebaut has posted volume growth above the chocolate confectionery market in its half-year results, but net profit fell mainly due to currency fluctuations and a challenged cocoa ingredients business.
Glencore sells stake in agri business to pension fund for $2.5bn
A major pension fund in Canada is to take a 40% stake in Glencore’s agriculture business for $2.5bn.
Sugary treats take a hit as consumers cut back on snacking
Consumers are reducing the range of products they snack on, according to the authors of a new report on UK snacking habits.
Trendspotter: Looking ahead to flavours of the future in Europe and beyond
‘Food circuit’ identified that could control appetite, study shows
A ‘food circuit,’ in which neurons are activated when a sweet taste is detected, may represent a new approach in controlling appetite, a study on Drosophila flies has shown.
Lake District Biogas - green energy from Cumbrian cheese
mardi 5 avril 2016
Clearfleau, a British provider of on-site treatment solutions for the food and beverage sector, is commissioning a plant that will feed bio-methane into the gas grid in rural Cumbria in the UK.
Sugar reduction now a 'key mindset' of consumers, survey shows
Reducing sugar intake has become a key concern amongst many European consumers, with a quarter of those surveyed now preferring low sugar food products, a 2,500-strong survey has found.
Salt stimulates passive eating of fatty foods: Study
Salt provokes fatty food eating, and can even trigger increased food intake among people who have a preference for less fatty foods, Australian researchers have found.
Tereos & Cornelius Nordic ink Scandinavian partnership
Cornelius Nordic has secured distribution rights for Tereos in a Scandinavian partnership that will target the Danish and Swedish markets for ingredients such as starches, glucose syrups and polyols.
Peter Kölln expands oat flake range after Ishida upgrade
Peter Kölln & Co, which produces oat flakes and muesli, has expanded its oat flake range after partnering with Ishida to upgrade its packing line.
AgriFood research focuses on sustainability and health
A new agrifood research network is being launched, which is seeking a fundamental change in food production, supply chain resilience and consumer health.
Tyrrells founder William Chase returns to snacking with popcorn brand
Tyrrells Crisps founder William Chase – who sold the business in 2008 – has returned to the snacks industry with his own popcorn brand.
UN declares Decade of Action on Nutrition
lundi 4 avril 2016
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly has declared a ‘Decade of Action on Nutrition’, placing nutrition firmly at the heart of its sustainable development agenda.
Weight of the world: 20% of adults obese by 2025, study predicts
Around 20% of adults worldwide will be obese by 2025, if policies designed to slow down and stop the worldwide increase in Body Mass Index (BMI) are not revised and implemented, according to a study.
Can firms clean up vanillin's clean label image amid natural supply shortages?
It’s the world’s most popular food flavour but less than 1% of global demand for vanilla can be met by the natural vanilla orchid – and this year’s supplies have been hit by a poor harvest in top producing country Madagascar, sending prices skyrocketing. But is a switch to artificial vanillin the solution?
‘Unhygienic’ biscuit firm sorry for double pest infestation
Baketime – the manufacturer branded as operating under “unhygienic conditions” – has admitted double pest infestations at its premises and apologised to Aldi and other customers for sparking a recall of its products.
'Everything in moderation' advice is unlikely to be effective: Study
'Everything is moderation' is valued as simple, effective advice to promote healthy eating. But without a fixed definition, it leaves people the freedom to define moderation as how much they want to eat and is unlikely to be effective, US researchers have found.
Risk-benefit assessment: Weighing up the pros and cons of foods
To have meaningful health recommendations for foods authorities should balance both the risks and benefits of consumption, say a group of Danish researchers backing the concept of risk-benefit assessment.
Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems acquires Laude
Tetra Pak has acquired Laude, which designs, develops and manufactures plastic moulds for hard and semi-hard cheese.
Morrisons boss puts money where his mouth is
Morrisons ceo David Potts has demonstrated his confidence in turning around the fortunes of the retailer by investing a further £360,000 in shares.
Aquaculture Stewardship Council sees potential in DNA seaweed testing
DNA testing and verification of seaweed can be useful in an increasingly busy sector where quality varies and manufacturer demands are rising amid stricter regulations, an aquaculture group has said.
UK a nation of ‘convenience food and waste,’ says survey
vendredi 1 avril 2016
The United Kingdom is emerging as a nation of casual consumers, whose preference for convenience food appears to give rise to increased food waste, a survey has shown.
How can you streamline your NPD process?
From recipe reformulations to changing regulations, there are multiple factors to take into account during new product development (NPD). One company is offering a master data capturing service to streamline the process for firms that don't have the resources to do so themselves.
EFSA to assess sucralose following cancer concerns
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will conduct a scientific evaluation of sucralose following the publication of a study which found a link between the sweetener and cancer.
Stevia passes muster with EU for approved use in mustard
The European Commission has approved the use of stevia as a sweetener in mustard in Europe, a decision welcomed by manufacturers as an opportunity for new product development.
Painted olives, monkey meat & fertiliser sugar: Europol's global food fraud crackdown
From olives painted with blue copper sulphate to monkey meat and sugar laced with fertiliser, Europol and Interpol have seized 10,000 tonnes of fake food in their biggest global operation to date.
Nano 3D structure of food could lead to reduced costs and waste
3D images of food produced at a nano level promise to save on food industry costs and reduce food waste as a result of faulty production, according to a study’s authors.
Pictures of big portions lead to overeating, study warns
Images featured on food packaging can influence portion sizes that cause consumers to overestimate appropriate serving sizes, a study has discovered.
A sustainable breakthrough? Dutch dietary advice cuts meat by almost half
The Dutch have slashed recommended meat consumption by almost half, citing both health and environmental reasons in what has been hailed as "a breakthrough" by sustainable food experts.
UnfairTrade: Name and shame unsustainable products, says researcher
Food and drink companies should adopt negative labelling on less sustainable products if they want to encourage customers to choose more eco-friendly alternatives, according to a Wageningen University researcher.
UK a nation of ‘convenience food and waste,’ says survey
The United Kingdom is emerging as a nation of casual consumers, whose preference for convenience food appears to give rise to increased food waste, a survey has shown.
Aquaculture Stewardship Council backs DNA seaweed testing
DNA testing and verification of seaweed can be useful in an increasingly busy sector where quality varies and manufacturer demands are rising amid stricter regulations, an aquaculture group has said.
How can you streamline your NPD process?
From recipe reformulations to changing regulations, there are multiple factors to take into account during new product development (NPD). One company is offering a master data capturing service to streamline the process for firms that don't have the resources to do so themselves.
EFSA budget plateaus despite growing workload
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has announced plateauing budgets for the next three years and staffing reductions of 10% running up to 2018 – despite its increasing responsibilities.
EFSA to assess sucralose following cancer concerns
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will conduct a scientific evaluation of sucralose following the publication of a study which found a link between the sweetener and cancer.
‘A new player’: Eurazeo in talks for Terry’s, Carambar and other Mondelēz brands
French investment firm Eurazeo is in exclusive discussions to acquire over ten European chocolate and candy brands from Mondelēz International to become a new competitor in the confectionery sector.
Müller to axe 229 dairy jobs while investing £15M
Müller Milk & Ingredients plans to axe 229 jobs at its smaller Scottish dairies, while investing £15M over the next three years in Scotland’s largest fresh milk dairy at Bellshill, near Glasgow.
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