How Danone’s Alpro is future-proofing its soy supply: local sourcing direct from farmers

Alpro has quietly increased the proportion of European soy used in its products to 60%. Itâs a sensible move given that soy supply chains are under severe scrutiny.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/02/01/How-Danone-s-Alpro-is-future-proofing-its-soy-supply-local-sourcing-direct-from-farmers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Polish sick cow slaughter triggers Scandinavian probes

Polish prosecutors have launched an investigation into illegal traffic and slaughtering of sick cattle after local journalists covertly filmed workers at a slaughterhouse in OstrÃw Mazowiecka, in the countryâs central region.

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Plant protein alliance to improve structure and taste of gluten-free bread

Coeliac UK and Innovate UK are helping fund research to develop three new plant proteins for gluten-free bread, which Nandi Proteins chairman Neil Crabb says could improve its taste and texture.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/31/Plant-protein-alliance-to-improve-structure-and-taste-of-gluten-free-bread?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Food bluff of the year’ anti-prize puts Lätta in spotlight over palm oil content

Spreads brand LÃtta, owned by Upfield, has come under fire for its palm oil content after being named âÃrets matbluffâ â meaning âfood bluff of the yearâ â by Swedish consumer association Ãkta Vara.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/31/Food-bluff-of-the-year-anti-prize-puts-Laetta-in-spotlight-over-palm-oil-content?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nestlé acquires new fortification tech to tackle iron deficiency

Swiss food giant Nestlà aims to step up its global fight against iron deficiency after acquiring a new food fortification technology developed by researchers in New Zealand.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2019/01/31/Nestle-acquires-new-fortification-tech-to-tackle-iron-deficiency?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Is the plant-based trend gaining traction in restaurants? The GFI unveils its annual scorecard

High-profile launches notwithstanding (the Impossible Slider is now at White Castle and the Beyond Burger is at TGI Fridays) 45 out of the top 100 restaurant chains in the US still donât offer a plant-based entrÃe, according to the Good Food Instituteâs (GFIâs) second annual restaurant scorecard. However, all the leading chains are closely monitoring the plant-based trend, says GFI foodservice analyst Zak Weston.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/30/Is-the-plant-based-trend-gaining-traction-in-restaurants-The-GFI-unveils-its-annual-scorecard?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

IFFA 2019: Meat trade show highlights packaging trends

German-based meat trade show IFFA has flagged up five key packaging trends that it is set to showcase at this yearâs event in Frankfurt.

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Halal Food Authority CEO to step down

The chief executive officer of the Halal Food Authority (HFA), Saqib Mohammed, is to step down from the role.

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Danish Crown set to axe up to 400 jobs to cut costs

Meat processor Danish Crown is set to undergo a major shake-up of the business in a bid to cut costs across the group.

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Impossible Foods expands roll-out of gluten-free burger

Soaring demand has prompted Impossible Foods to accelerate the roll-out of its gluten-free Impossible Burger 2.0 to 200 restaurants nationwide this week.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/31/Impossible-Foods-expands-gluten-free-burger-distribution?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Matcha buzz for millennials: Start-up launches naturally caffeinated energy drink

A UK start-up blurring the lines between âclassic matchaâ and âenergy drinkâ has develop a caffeinated beverage for millennials. FoodNavigator spoke to Matcha Works co-founder Harvey Hodd to find out how the sparkling drink sets itself apart in both beverage categories.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/30/Matcha-buzz-for-millennials-Start-up-launches-naturally-caffeinated-energy-drink?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Zelfo Technology: Giving a ‘second life’ to food waste

Zelfo Technology is working alongside European food makers to give a âsecond lifeâ to by-products of food production. The group is currently working with fruit and vegetable side-streams for the development of safe, sustainable packaging alternatives and other materials.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/30/Zelfo-Technology-Giving-a-second-life-to-food-waste?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What’s the big deal? UK consumers still unsure of the importance of whole grain

Research by Nestlà Cereals has revealed that the majority of British adults still have a âlimited understandingâ of whole grain and its importance.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2019/01/30/What-s-the-big-deal-UK-consumers-still-unsure-of-the-importance-of-whole-grain?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

PepsiCo responds with 'disappointment' at Indofood's withdrawal from RSPO over disputed audit decision

PepsiCo has voiced its 'disappointment' in Indonesian food giant Indofood's decision to withdraw from the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certification scheme âwith immediate effectâ. Indofood had cited âextreme disappointmentâ in the process and outcome of the RSPO audits conducted on the firm as a reason.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2019/01/30/PepsiCo-responds-with-disappointment-at-Indofood-s-withdrawal-from-RSPO-over-disputed-audit-decision?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

DSM receive EC backing in extending algae-derived omega-3 oil use

DSM have been granted an extension by the European Commission (EC) that permits the use of Schizochytrium sp. oil as a source of omega-3 fatty acid for use in foods that include supplements, infant and sports nutrition products.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2019/01/30/DSM-receive-EC-backing-in-extending-algae-derived-omega-3-oil-use?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Kemin combats microbial spoilage in processed meat with clean label ingredient

A âclean labelâ food safety ingredient made from buffered vinegar and plant extracts has launched in Europe to extend the shelf-life and stabilise the colour of processed meats.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/30/Kemin-combats-microbial-spoilage-in-processed-meat-with-clean-label-ingredient?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Soy: this year’s dirty commodity?

Europe is heavily reliant on imports of soy â both to feed its livestock and consumersâ appetite for plant-based diets. However, food brands are beginning to realise that this crucial commodity comes with a heavy footprint.

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Plastic concerns spark recall for Tyson’s Panko Chicken Nuggets

Tyson Foods has recalled 36,420lb of its Panko Chicken Nuggets across all stores nationwide over concerns that the product may contain plastic.

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Irish retailers urged to pay by weight for poultry

Irish farmers have called on retailers to pay by weight rather than classification.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/30/IFA-urges-retailers-to-consider-poultry-weight-payments?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Chinese officials arrive in the US to resolve trade differences

Government officials from China are currently in Washington DC in a bid to resolve its long-running trade differences with the US.

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Horsemeat trial sparks debate over meat origin controls

The opening of a trial in Paris on the âSpangheroâ affair, known also as âhorsegateâ, has sparked concerns that the scandal has damaged meat consumer confidence in the long-term.

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Horsemeat trial sparks debate over meat origin controls

The opening of a trial in Paris on the âSpangheroâ affair, known also as âhorsegateâ, has sparked concerns that the scandal has damaged meat consumer confidence in the long-term.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/30/Paris-horsemeat-scandal-could-damage-consumer-confidence?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Healthy Ageing APAC Summit: Industry-leading event returns to Singapore after hugely successful year one

FoodNavigator-Asia and NutraIngredients-Asia are delighted to announce that the Healthy Ageing APAC Summit will return to Singapore in July, after a hugely successful first event in 2018.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-asia.com/Article/2019/01/30/Healthy-Ageing-APAC-Summit-Industry-leading-event-returns-to-Singapore-after-hugely-successful-year-one?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

CRISPR for coeliacs? Gene-editing tech makes ‘wheat with safe gluten’

Gene-editing technology can be used to remove epitopes â the molecules responsible for inducing coeliac disease in susceptible individuals â from wheat, according to recent research. However, with Europeâs strict GM rules, will this make a dramatic difference to allergy sufferers?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/29/CRISPR-for-coeliacs-Gene-editing-tech-makes-wheat-with-safe-gluten?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

MycoTechnology raises $30m, discovers novel application area for ClearTaste in salt reduction

MycoTechnology â which is building a functional ingredients platform utilizing mycelium, the filament-like roots of mushrooms - has raised $30m in a series C financing round from a flurry of high profile investors* from Tyson Ventures to Kelloggâs Eighteen94 Capital, taking its total funding to more than $80m.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/29/MycoTechnology-raises-30m-discovers-novel-application-area-for-ClearTaste-in-salt-reduction?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Control industry excess’ to tackle obesity, malnutrition and climate change, researchers urge

The authors of a new international report have called for âstrong global actionsâ to curb âfood industry excessâ and develop a holistic response to obesity, malnutrition and climate change.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/29/Control-industry-excess-to-tackle-obesity-malnutrition-and-climate-change-researchers-urge?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘We want to ensure labels are clearer’: UK mulls tougher allergy labelling regulations

The UK government is looking at how âtougher labelling lawsâ can protect allergy sufferers and close loopholes in labelling requirements.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/29/We-want-to-ensure-labels-are-clearer-UK-mulls-tougher-allergy-labelling-regulations?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Farmers getting ‘rough end of the stick’: New pricing model targets sustainable food chain transparency

Methodology for calculating a âtrueâ and âfairâ price across the food chain is being developed to help industry transition to a socially inclusive, sustainable food production system.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/29/Farmers-getting-rough-end-of-the-stick-New-pricing-model-targets-sustainable-food-chain-transparency?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Management changes at Multivac

Packaging equipment provider Multivac has announced that the CEO of its Marking & Inspection division is to step down.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Headlines/Industry-Markets/Multivac-makes-management-changes?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Australia issues import warning ahead of Chinese New Year

Australiaâs Department of Agriculture and Water Resources has urged visitors celebrating Chinese New Year to refrain from bringing in meat items through its borders, which could pose biosecurity risks.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/29/Australian-pork-import-warning-ahead-of-Chinese-New-Year?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Brazil set to export live cattle to Malaysia

Brazilâs Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA) has revealed it is set to export its live bovine animals for slaughter to Malaysia following an approval from the Brazilian embassy in Kuala Lumpur.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/29/Brazil-agrees-export-deal-with-Malaysia?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Denmark set to build wild boar fence on German border

Denmarkâs Ministry of Environment and Food has begun constructing a 70-kilometre wild boar fence in Padborg to combat the threat of African swine fever (ASF) from Germany.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/29/Denmark-builds-wild-boar-fence-on-German-border?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

2019 on the pulse: France champions nuts, legumes and wholegrains in dietary guidance

Unsalted nuts, pulses and wholegrains have been added to Franceâs dietary guidance, which in 2019 also promotes environmental sustainability and consideration of the Nutri-Score label system.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/28/2019-on-the-pulse-France-champions-nuts-legumes-and-wholegrains-in-dietary-guidance?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Vertical farming: A sustainable solution to food insecurity?

A growing population and urbanisation are expected to support growth of the vertical farming industry, new research suggests. Are vertical farms a sustainable solution?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/28/Vertical-farming-A-sustainable-solution-to-food-insecurity?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Fapas proficiency testing to ensure the safety of baby food and cereals

Fapas, part of Fera Science, has launched a range of proficiency tests to ensure the safety of baby food and cereal products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/28/Fapas-proficiency-testing-to-ensure-the-safety-of-baby-food-and-cereals?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD trend tracker: From vegan butter to 'wonky' veg crisps

From a functional, on-the-go apple cider vinegar juice, to a two-ingredient vegan butter, and gluten-free Japanese rice flour for French bakers. FoodNavigator looks at what is trending in Europe's new product development space.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/28/NPD-trend-tracker-From-vegan-butter-to-wonky-veg-crisps?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Revealed: ProVeg’s meat alternative trends for 2019

With just two months until ProVeg Internationalâs New Food Conference in Berlin, Germany, GlobalMeatNews spoke with the organisationâs senior market research specialist about the future prospects of the accelerating meat alternative sector.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/28/Meat-alternative-trends-for-2019?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

ASF set to break through borders

In 2019, African swine fever (ASF) is likely to appear in France and Germany, and further spread of the disease is anticipated in south-east Asia, according to Sergey Dankvert, director of the Russian veterinary body Rosselkhoznadzor, speaking during an industry conference in Moscow on 19 January.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/28/Global-ASF-threat-likely-to-intensify?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

HKScan earns new Chinese retail listings

Finnish company HKScan has increased its Chinese presence via a deal with retailer Alibabaâs Hema chain.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/28/HKScan-gains-listing-at-Chinese-retailer?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainability goals hamstrung by competition law, Fairtrade body argues

A Fairtrade report has found that UK businesses perceive competition law as a hindrance to sustainability objectives across the supply chain.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/25/Sustainability-goals-hamstrung-by-competition-law-Fairtrade-body-argues?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cardiovascular disease and nutrition: Almost half deaths in Europe ‘preventable’

A new study has suggested that every second-to-third death in Europe due to cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes, could be attributed to an unbalanced diet.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/25/Cardiovascular-disease-and-nutrition-Almost-half-deaths-in-Europe-preventable?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What is the future of vegan food? Culinary comfort and honesty on health

In 2018, the UK became the vegan NPD capital of the world. But with as many as one in every six new products making animal-free claims, how can new products differentiate in the race for shelf space? We spoke to Mintel about the future of vegan innovation.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/25/What-is-the-future-of-vegan-food-Culinary-comfort-and-honesty-on-health?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Seeds provide fertile ground for new flavors, textures & colors in 2019, McCormick predicts

Long-known as nutritional powerhouses, seeds have played a strong supporting role in the health and wellness movement in food & beverage in recent years, but thanks to their diverse flavor profiles they may finally take center stage in 2019, according to McCormickâs latest Flavor Forecast.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/25/Seeds-provide-fertile-ground-for-new-flavors-textures-colors-in-2019-McCormick-predicts?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Promising pork prospects despite ASF woes

The Brazilian and US market is feeling optimistic about the growth of its pork industry during 2019 despite the threat of African swine fever (ASF) hanging over most pig producers.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/25/Brazil-and-US-upbeat-about-2019-s-pork-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Kemin launches food safety solution for processed meats

Global ingredients manufacturer Kemin Industries has introduced a new food safety solution, NaturCEASE Dry, for the processed meat sector.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/25/Food-safety-solution-launched-by-Kemin?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Controversial pesticides, single-use cutlery ban, GMOs and ‘dual quality’: A round-up of EU news & views

A potential alteration to bee-safety standards, MEPs vote to ban throwaway cutlery, and EFSA says it will share data on an open-access platform. In this bulletin, we round some of the biggest news from Brussels over the past fortnight.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/25/Controversial-pesticides-single-use-cutlery-ban-GMOs-and-dual-quality-A-round-up-of-EU-news-views?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

BRF completes Várzea Grande deal

South American producer BRF has announced that its deal to sell its VÃrzea Grande estate to Marfrig Global Foods has completed.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/25/BRF-completes-Varzea-Grande-sale-to-Marfrig?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New plant-based range launched by Maple Leaf Foods

Canadian-based processor Maple Leaf Foodsâ alternative protein brand Lightlife Foods has launched a new plant-based range to the US retail market.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/25/Maple-Leaf-Foods-unveils-plant-based-line-to-US-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

World Butchers’ Challenge welcomes three new nations

Canada, Mexico and Iceland are set to make their debut at the 2020 World Butchersâ Challenge competition.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/25/Three-nations-to-make-debut-at-2020-World-Butchers-Challenge?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Waste experts gather in Davos: There is ‘no silver bullet’ to the world’s plastic pollution problem

Is there an end in sight to plastic pollution? Industry experts say the answer lies in addressing the economics of waste, changing consumer behaviour, and prioritising product design.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/24/Waste-experts-gather-in-Davos-There-is-no-silver-bullet-to-the-world-s-plastic-pollution-problem?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Japan’s love for chicken pushes up meat consumption

Meat consumption in Japan rose in 2018, but only because of a growing appetite for chicken, according to data from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation & Development (OECD).

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/24/Chicken-meat-consumption-rises-in-Japan?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘We urgently need to redesign the system’: Unhealthy food production makes healthy eating ‘impossible’

A new report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation has concluded that so-called âhidden killersâ caused by food production are making healthy eating âimpossibleâ for people around the world.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/24/Unhealthy-food-production-makes-healthy-eating-impossible?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Mérieux NutriSciences inks tie-up with blockchain specialist Crystalchain: ‘Traceability has become a major concern’

Food safety and quality group MÃrieux NutriSciences has entered a collaboration agreement with blockchain supplier Crystalchain to strengthen supply chain traceability.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/24/Merieux-NutriSciences-inks-tie-up-with-blockchain-specialist-Crystalchain-Traceability-has-become-a-major-concern?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nestlé invests in Terracycle’s home delivery service Loop launching Häagen-Dazs in a reusable container

Nestlà has become a founding partner and investor in Terracycleâs Loop, a circular economy shopping platform, launching its first product on its website, HÃagen-Dazs ice cream.

Read more about it via https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2019/01/24/Nestle-invests-in-Loop-launching-Haeagen-Dazs-in-a-reusable-container?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Non-stick spaghetti? New enzyme developed to stabilise ‘overcooked’ pasta

German company MÃlenchemie has developed an enzyme to improve the cooking tolerance of pasta, which the firm says could save manufacturers in raw material costs.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/24/Non-stick-spaghetti-New-enzyme-developed-to-stabilise-overcooked-pasta?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Saudi Arabia extends chicken meat trade ties with Brazil

Seara Alimentos and BRF are among the 25 Brazilian firms who will begin chicken meat trading with Saudi Arabia, according to Brazilâs Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA).

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/24/Saudi-Arabia-extends-Brazilian-chicken-meat-trade?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

ProVeg backs ‘game-changing’ cultured meat mainstream launch

International meat alternatives firm ProVeg International has told GlobalMeatNews that cultured animal products will be a âhuge game-changerâ for the industry and will enter the mainstream market soon.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/24/ProVeg-backs-cultured-meat-mainstream-launch?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Jan Zandbergen debuts in the plant-based sector with UK partnership

European meat company Jan Zandbergen is to step into the plant-based protein sector for the first time after agreeing a distribution deal with UK-based meat alternatives firm Moving Mountains.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/24/Jan-Zandbergen-agrees-distribution-deal-with-Moving-Mountains?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

WEF embraces the fourth industrial revolution: ‘Food systems are ripe for technology disruption’

Big data, the Internet of Things, artificial learning and blockchain technologies are largely underused in food systems, but present a major opportunity in accelerating their transformation, according to a World Economic Forum report.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/23/WEF-embraces-the-fourth-industrial-revolution-Food-systems-are-ripe-for-technology-disruption?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘European Union’s legal corpus governing chemicals in food safety is extensive and fragmented’

Food safety is a top priority for the EU because it affects all consumers and influences trade policy decisions.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/23/European-Union-s-chemicals-in-food-safety-is-extensive-and-fragmented?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

AMIC slams Aussie Farms’ ‘irresponsible’ website

The Australian Meat Industry (AMIC) has called for animal activist group Aussie Farms to shut down its website after they published a satellite map showing hundreds of farm and abattoir locations across Australia.

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Cherkizovo to invest in new broiler

Russian meat processor Cherkizovo is expected to make an investment of RUB250m to upgrade its recently acquired Altaisky Broiler.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/23/Cherkizovo-invests-in-Altaisky-Broiler?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Health benefits of pork flagged up in Canadian report

Canadian Government department Health Canada has published its Food Guide report stating that lean red meat should be consumed each day due to its high amount of nutrients.

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‘We are eating too much of everything’: Why shrinkflation isn’t cheating consumers

âShrinkflationâ â cutting the size of a product without changing its price â was again in the news this week, following a report from the UK Office of National Statistics (ONS) highlighting the phenomenon.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/22/We-are-eating-too-much-of-everything-Why-shrinkflation-isn-t-cheating-consumers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

EU votes to blacklist ‘dual quality’ food with maximum €10m penalty

MEPs have voted to fine companies marketing âdual qualityâ food up to â10m, or 4% of the traderâs annual turnover, in a bid to protect consumer rights.

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‘Europe has huge potential and a long way to go’: Algaia eyes growth in algae ingredients

French algae ingredients supplier Algaia wants to expand the European market for algae-based products. CEO Fabrice Bohin speaks to us about the regionâs potential and runway for growth.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/22/Europe-has-huge-potential-and-a-long-way-to-go-Algaia-eyes-growth-in-algae-ingredients?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Consumer push-back against plastic will spur manufacturers to seek new packaging in 2019

The fast and furious dismissal of straws by food service and consumers in 2018 was only the beginning of the end for single-use plastic packaging, which analysts with Euromonitor International predict will accelerate in 2019.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/22/Consumer-push-back-against-plastic-will-spur-manufacturers-to-seek-new-packaging-in-2019?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Savoury sweets, chilli snacks and warming botanicals: Kerry lists taste trends

Ethnic flavour profiles from Africa and the Caribbean, eastern flavours and citrus varieties will attract increased interest in food and beverage R&D this year, predicts ingredients supplier and consumer foods business Kerry Group.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/22/Savoury-sweets-chilli-snacks-and-warming-botanicals-Kerry-lists-taste-trends?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

China culls over 900,000 pigs since ASF outbreak

Chinaâs Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has revealed that it has culled 916,000 pigs since the beginning of the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in August 2018.

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UAE bans formula ads in attempt to promote breastfeeding

The UAE Cabinet has implemented a blanket ban on the advertising of infant formula and other infant nutrition products, including follow-up formula and complementary foods.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-asia.com/Article/2019/01/21/UAE-bans-formula-ads-in-attempt-to-promote-breastfeeding?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Brazil closes 2018 with largest-ever beef volume exports

Brazilâs beef market is continuing to break records after the Brazilian Beef Exporters Association (ABIEC) revealed that it closed the year with its largest-ever beef exports by volume.

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'We are fed up': Protests call for climate smart food as ministers launch UN digital council

Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Berlin on Saturday (19 January) to put pressure on political leaders to promote climate smart agriculture, higher animal welfare standards and farming practices that promote biodiversity.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/22/We-are-fed-up-Protests-call-for-climate-smart-food-as-ministers-launch-UN-digital-council?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New Zealand and UK secure trade links with veterinary deal

The Meat Industry Association (MIA) and Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) have welcomed Prime Minister Jacinda Ardernâs announcement that a Veterinary Agreement between the UK and New Zealand has been signed.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/22/New-Zealand-and-UK-sign-veterinary-deal?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

AMIC partners with Meat Business Women group

The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) has become the latest organisation to partner with networking group Meat Business Women.

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Food firms slammed for mislabelled bread products in Norway: ‘This is a clear breach of trust’

The Norwegian Consumer Council has criticised food manufacturers after eight out of ten bread products sold in Norway were found to be mislabelled, including errors in ingredients and allergens lists.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/21/Food-firms-slammed-for-mislabelled-bread-products-in-Norway-This-is-a-clear-breach-of-trust?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Brazil eyes self-monitoring systems for meatpackers

Brazilâs agriculture minister Tereza Cristina Dias has revealed in an interview with international news organisation Reuters that the Brazilian Government is in negotiations to implement a self-monitoring system for meatpackers.

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WATCH: A gluten-free flour rich in prebiotic fibre made from pinot noir grapes is helping to challenge the food waste paradigm

A Brazilian academia-turned-entrepreneur duo, recently relocated from New Zealand to France, has developed the worldâs first range of low calorie fermented flours â from byproducts of fruits and veggies usually thrown away â that are rich in protein and dietary fibre, and low in carbs, sugars and fat.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2019/01/21/WATCH-A-gluten-free-flour-rich-in-prebiotic-fibre-made-from-pinot-noir-grapes-is-helping-to-challenge-the-food-waste-paradigm?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Yofix yoghurt alternative taps into clean label trend: ‘People are fed up with ingredients they don’t know’

Yofix Probiotics uses a zero waste production method to make its clean-label, plant-based yoghurt alternative, which has launched in Israel.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/18/Yofix-yoghurt-alternative-taps-into-clean-label-trend-People-are-fed-up-with-ingredients-they-don-t-know?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Smithfield Foods creates chief operating officer role for US division

US pork processor Smithfield Foods has created a new chief operating officer role at the business, which will be led by Dennis Organ.

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NPD trend tracker: Aperitif pairings, Arabica coffee & Fairtrade basmati

Another chocolate and hazelnut spread enters the market, organic rice varieties come to Germany, and experts pick which snacks best match our wines. FoodNavigator looks at what is trending in new product development.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/21/NPD-trend-tracker-Aperitif-pairings-Arabica-coffee-Fairtrade-basmati?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cargill bolsters Pakistan division with investment

Poultry processor Cargill is set to invest US$200m into its Pakistan division to expand its agricultural trading and supply chains.

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Argentina re-opens Tunisia market for beef

Following a six-year absence, Argentinaâs Ministry of Agriculture has revealed it will ship its first 25 tonnes of boneless beef to Tunisian agribusiness Farah.

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Sprouted quinoa flour boosts taste, texture and nutrients of gluten-free baking

In addition to being 'on-trend', sprouted quinoa flour can improve the taste, texture and nutritional quality of gluten-free baked goods, according to Argentinean researchers.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-latam.com/Article/2019/01/18/Sprouted-quinoa-flour-boosts-taste-texture-and-nutrients-of-gluten-free-baking?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Consumers have been mislead’: BEUC insists nutrient profiles 10 years overdue

The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) has again called on the European Commission to stop the food industry from making misleading health claims through the introduction of nutrient profiles. According to the BEUC, the move is a decade overdue.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/18/Consumers-have-been-mislead-BEUC-insists-nutrient-profiles-10-years-overdue?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Goat meat ready to hit the big-time

Trends pieces are nothing new, particularly as we begin a new year, with publications looking to be first to report the latest fad. The food industry is no different, with goat meat being touted as the next big thing.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/18/Goat-meat-ready-to-hit-the-big-time?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'Drastically increased price': Damaged crop drives cardamom and poppy seed price spike

EHL Ingredients says it is working hard to fulfil orders for UK customers after adverse weather in India and the Czech Republic damaged cardamom and poppy seed crops.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/18/Drastically-increased-price-Damaged-crop-drives-cardamom-and-poppy-seed-price-spike?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Belt-tightening UK shoppers plan lower food spend for 2019

Over half of UK consumers want to cut their spending by Â1600 in 2019, new research reveals.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/18/Belt-tightening-UK-shoppers-plan-lower-food-spend-for-2019?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

ASF outbreak prompts increase in Australian border controls

Australiaâs Department of Agriculture and Water Resources is putting together precautionary measures through its border controls to stop African swine fever (ASF) from entering the country.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Headlines/Safety-Legislation/Australia-increases-border-controls-amid-ASF-threat?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

US meat recalls rise 83% since 2013

The number of food recalls involving meat products in the US has almost doubled since 2013, new research has revealed.

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New chief executive for biltong brand

US-based snack brand Kalahari Biltong has announced Chris Hickey as its new chief executive officer.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/18/Biltong-brand-appoints-new-chief-executive?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Irish poultry farmers urge price rise

The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has called on processors and retailers to increase the price of poultry to support under pressure producers.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/18/Retailers-urged-to-increase-Irish-poultry-prices?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Irish poultry farmers urge price rise

The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has called on processors and retailers to increase the price of poultry to support under pressure producers.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/18/Retailer-urged-to-increase-Irish-poultry-prices?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Sustainability rankings: FMCG ‘more responsive’ to campaigners but single-use plastics still a top concern

Unilever and NestlÃâs initiatives in palm oil sustainability and animal welfare have helped rank the corporates among the most praised by non-government organisations.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/News/Business/Sustainability-rankings-FMCG-more-responsive-to-campaigners-but-single-use-plastics-still-a-top-concern?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Start-up dessert brand praised for great taste while reducing sugar content

Start-up brand GATO & Co, which makes indulgent desserts, has been praised for its great taste while keeping the sugar content down. (They rely on the natural sweetness of high-quality ingredients, which means their puddings are 40%-50% lower in sugar than similar desserts).

Read more about it via https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2019/01/17/Start-up-dessert-brand-praised-for-great-taste-while-reducing-sugar-content?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘This causes concern for the future of coffee production’: 60% of wild coffee species threatened with extinction

New research shows that 60% of all wild coffee species are under threat of extinction due to climate change, deforestation, and fungal pathogens and pests. Furthermore, wild Arabica coffee â the origin of the worldâs most popular coffee â is now categorised as an endangered species.

Read more about it via https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2019/01/17/Concern-for-the-future-of-coffee-60-of-wild-coffee-species-threatened-with-extinction?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

We ask the experts: Does banning single use packaging spread more disease?

A top science professor has made headlines by claiming the EU Single Use Proposal to restrict packaging and other items for serving food will increase the risk of E. coli, Listeria, Campylobacter and other foodborne viruses.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/17/Does-banning-single-use-packaging-carry-contamination-risk?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘We are currently getting this seriously wrong’: EAT-Lancet issues targets for healthy, sustainable diets

The EAT-Lancet Commission has issued the worldâs first scientific targets for a healthy diet that places food production within planetary boundaries, calling for reduced consumption of animal protein, ultra-processed food and added sugar.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/17/We-are-currently-getting-this-seriously-wrong-EAT-Lancet-issues-targets-for-healthy-sustainable-diets?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

US pork industry creates National Swine Disease Council

The US pork industry has made efforts to stamp out the threat of foreign animal diseases by collaborating to create the National Swine Disease Council.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/17/node_2638161?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Industry hits back at red meat consumption report

The international meat industry has hit back at a new report suggesting that red meat intake be halved in order to improve health and ensure a global food system.

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US pork industry creates National Swine Disease Council

The US pork industry has made efforts to stamp out the threat of foreign animal diseases by collaborating to create the National Swine Disease Council.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/17/New-animal-disease-body-set-up-for-US-pork-industry?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Tyson Foods teams up with EDF in sustainability initiative

Consumer demand for sustainable food has prompted US meat processor Tyson Foods to create a partnership with the Environmental Defence Fund (EDF) to develop its sustainability strategy.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/17/Tyson-Foods-enters-into-sustainability-partnership?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

British Poultry Council calls for Brexit project to be abandoned

Following the UKâs Parliament voting against Prime Minister Theresa Mayâs Brexit plan, the British Poultry Council has urged the Government to pull the plug on the Brexit project.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/16/British-Poultry-Council-wants-Brexit-project-abandoned?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nutella rival’s ‘more ethical and healthier positioning’ to attract repeat customers, predicts analyst

Barillaâs chocolate hazelnut spread is palm oil-free, contains less saturated fat than Nutella, and according to Euromonitor analyst Emil Fazira, threatens Fererroâs stronghold in Italyâs bread spread market.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/Nutella-rival-s-more-ethical-and-healthier-positioning-to-attract-repeat-customers-predicts-analyst?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Innovation in new categories can help lift fibre consumption

The health benefits of fibre are becoming more widely discussed and consumers say that they want to eat more of it. But while foods like fruits, vegetables and grains are fibre rich, most of us are still struggling to eat as much as we should. Fibre enriched products can help.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/Innovation-in-new-categories-can-help-lift-fibre-consumption?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Deeply frustrated and disappointed’: What does Brexit uncertainty mean for food and farming?

Following last nightâs historic defeat in the House of Commons for the Governmentâs Brexit deal, representatives of the UK food and farming sectors urge policy makers to indicate what the alternatives are. We take a look at what the result means for business.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/Deeply-frustrated-and-disappointed-What-does-Brexit-uncertainty-mean-for-food-and-farming?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

A healthy indulgence? Dutch start-up adds prebiotic fibre to ice cream

Dutch start-up Koupe makes a sugar, fat and calorie-reduced ice cream with added protein and fibre, which founder Jaco Pieper says appeals to âpeople that love ice cream, and are looking for additional health benefitsâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/A-healthy-indulgence-Dutch-start-up-adds-prebiotic-fibre-to-ice-cream?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Indulgence, regionalisation & health: Tate & Lyle talks today’s ‘big challenges’

Ingredients supplier Tate & Lyle opens up its innovation centre in Lille, France, to talk the âbig challengesâ that its customers face in todayâs market.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/Indulgence-regionalisation-health-Tate-Lyle-talks-today-s-big-challenges?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Designer fatty acids: Researchers aim to utilise microalgae to produce ‘tailored health benefits’

The use of microalgae to produce a new fatty acid that combines both linoleic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid could herald a revolution in 'designer triacylglycerols' with tailored health benefits, say researchers.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2019/01/15/Designer-fatty-acids-Researchers-aim-to-utilise-microalgae-to-produce-tailored-health-benefits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

From flax and quinoa to beans and pulses: On trend ingredients driving fibre innovation in bakery

High fibre claims are a natural fit for bakery manufacturers working to meet growing demand for products with positive nutritional associations. What grains and ingredients have most potential?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/From-flax-and-quinoa-to-beans-and-pulses-On-trend-ingredients-driving-fibre-innovation-in-bakery?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Quality not quantity: Study links minimally processed, high-fibre diets with reduced mortality

Increased intake of fibre and wholegrains has been associated with a reduction in body weight, cholesterol, and non-communicable disease â the âmain killersâ of today, says researcher.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/16/Quality-not-quantity-Study-links-minimally-processed-high-fibre-diets-with-reduced-mortality?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Consultation process contributes to new 2019 EU novel food regulation

Maqui berries, casein hydrolysate and cacao pulp juice are amongst the foods subject to a consultation process that forms part of new EU regulation designed to improve conditions when bringing new and innovative foods to the market.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2019/01/16/Consultation-process-contributes-to-new-2019-EU-novel-food-regulation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

South African meat industry suffers from foot-and-mouth outbreak

The South African red meat industry has reported serious losses following a ban on exports from neighbouring countries due to confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/16/Disease-outbreak-halts-South-African-meat-exports?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Anderson Boneless Beef snapped up by FoodMaven

US-based online start-up firm FoodMaven is set to expand its protein offering by buying Denver meat firm Anderson Boneless Beef.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/16/FoodMaven-buys-Anderson-Boneless-Beef?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Incarlopsa enters the US market with Acornseekers deal

Spanish meat firm Incarlopsa has made an âimportant stepâ in its internationalisation strategy by acquiring a majority stake in US Iberian pig company Acornseekers.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Headlines/Industry-Markets/Incarlopsa-acquires-Acornseekers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cargill appoints new North American chief

Poultry processor Cargill has unveiled Jon Nash as the head of its North American protein business.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/15/Senior-appointments-made-at-Cargill?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Fazer expands in Finland with €40m production facility for plant-based products

Finnish food manufacturer Fazer has announced plans to build a â40m production plant for in Lahti, Finland. âWe want to be a forerunner in value added grain-based productsâ, says CEO.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/15/Fazer-expands-in-Finland-with-40m-production-facility-for-plant-based-products?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Danish ‘foodshakers’ advise government on ingredients policy

Denmarkâs advisory board for the ingredients industry has issued recommendations to the government, detailing how to âreap the industryâs large growth potential up to 2030â.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/15/Danish-foodshakers-advise-government-on-ingredients-policy?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'A perfect value-for-money combination': Private label’s premium focus puts brands under pressure

Responding to shifting definitions of âvalueâ, private label ranges are increasingly focusing on delivering affordable premium products. This is making it harder for branded food makers to justify their price premium.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/15/A-perfect-value-for-money-combination-Private-label-s-premium-focus-puts-brands-under-pressure?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Germany targets food waste with supermarket scanner tech

A compact scanning device that determines the freshness of food in supermarkets is under development in Germany, where the Bavarian government is tackling food waste.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/15/Germany-targets-food-waste-with-supermarket-scanner-tech?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Study: What kind of impact does food labeling have on consumption?

To what extent do food labels encourage healthier eating? A study led by researchers from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University assessed the effectiveness of different types of food labels on consumersâ eating behaviors.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/14/Study-What-kind-of-impact-does-food-labeling-have-on-consumption?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Powder power: High-fiber nopal cactus has superfood status, says supplier

Nopal cactus is a native vegetable commonly eaten fresh in Mexico. But it's the high-fiber, high-calcium powder format that has true superfood status, says one Mexican supplier.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-latam.com/Article/2019/01/14/High-fiber-nopal-cactus-has-superfood-status-says-Mexican-supplier?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Inspiring local customers’: Givaudan strengthens local presence with African investment

Givaudan has opened a new technical centre in Casablanca, Morocco, to serve the local market. FoodNavigator speaks to Antoine Khalil, commercial head flavours Africa & Middle East, to find out about the benefits of going local.

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Tyson makes management ‘refinements’ to fuel growth ambitions

US-based meat firm Tyson Foods has conducted a trio of management transitions as part of its plans to meet international demand for protein.

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Tulip teams with snack company for new product

Pork snacks company Snaffling Pig has teamed up with UK pork producer Tulip to create a new range of gammon steaks.

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Irish beef industry sees a catastrophe in no-deal Brexit

As the British House of Commons prepares to vote on the European Union (EU) withdrawal agreement negotiated by UK Prime Minister Theresa May, the Irish beef sector has been warning that a no-deal Brexit would cause chaos and dramatically undermine Irelandâs beef exports.

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RSPCA calls for revised UK legal transport time for live exports

UK-based animal welfare charity the RSPCA has pleaded with the EU Commission to reduce journey times for live exports after stopping a lorry full of calves from sailing overseas in Ramsgate, England.

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UK launches consultation on restricting junk food promotions

The UKâs Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a public consultation on the governmentâs plans to restrict promotions of food and drink products that are high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS).

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UK launches consultation on restricting junk food promotions

The UKâs Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a public consultation on the governmentâs plans to restrict promotions of food and drink products that are high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS).

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More changes to Arla innovation strategy

Arla Foods is creating a new product and innovation organization and appointing a new senior vice president.

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Is ice cream with lycopene a new acne treatment?

Researchers in Russia and the UK have published a study that suggests lycopene-enriched ice cream is a new functional food with clear antioxidant properties.

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British Nutrition Foundation launches portion size guide: ‘It’s not just about eating less but eating differently’

In a bid to raise awareness around portion sizes and encourage people to eat more balanced diets, the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) today (14 January) launched a portion size guide, Find Your Balance.

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Acquisition of ‘complementary player’ Lecico to boost Avril’s speciality ingredients portfolio

Agri-food giant Avril says the purchase of German lecithin and phospholipids producer Lecico improves its position in the specialty ingredients market.

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Vion’s supply chain De Groene Weg creates ‘journey’ film

Netherlands-based Vion Food Group has revealed its organic supply chain De Groene Weg has produced a film designed to inform consumers about the âjourneyâ of organic meat from farmer to plate.

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Belarus heading towards state control on meat prices

Meat prices in Belarus have continued to rise despite attempts by the Government to constrain the trend, according to data released by the National Statistical Committee of Belarus (Belstat

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Nando’s & Subway refute World Animal Protection chicken criticism

UK fast food chains Nandoâs and Subway have told GlobalMeatNews that the chicken they serve meets âthe high standards its customers demandâ in response to World Animal Protectionâs latest report.

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NPD trend tracker: From vegan seafood to Greek fine food

From a new line of vegan seafood options - including fish-free fish and prawn SKUs - to a range of traditional Greek fine foods, here is our round-up of some of the most exciting recent food product launches to hit the shelves in Europe.

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‘Delivering tremendous growth’: Meal kit start-ups Gousto and Mindful Chef raise cash for expansion

Two UK meal kit start-ups secured fresh capital totalling Â24m (â26.8m) this week. The news demonstrates investment appetite for the recipe box subscription model remains strong.

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FuturMaster on 2019 supply chain trends: Machine learning, IoT and data sharing

Food companies are increasingly aware that processing big data, and sharing selected sets with competitors, can help boost their bottom line, says FurturMaster sales manager, Martin Sewell.

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Orkla acquires majority share of Danish bread-based convenience products supplier

The wholly-owned Danish subsidiary of the Norwegian producer, Orkla Foods Danmark, has entered into an agreement to purchase 90% of the shares in Easyfood to strengthen its position in channels that are reflecting a higher growth than traditional grocery stores.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2019/01/11/Orkla-acquires-majority-share-of-Danish-bread-based-convenience-products-supplier?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

UK leapfrogs Germany as leading plant-based NPD nation

Soaring demand for plant-based proteins in the UK has led to it overtaking Germany as the worldâs leading country for vegan product launches, according to research analyst Mintelâs latest data.

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FuturMaster on 2019 supply chain trends: AI, machine learning, IoT and data sharing

Food companies are increasingly aware that processing big data, and sharing selected sets with competitors, can help boost their bottom line, says FurturMaster sales manager, Martin Sewell.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/11/FuturMaster-on-2019-supply-chain-trends-AI-machine-learning-IoT-and-data-sharing?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

A ‘bran’ new natural preservative? Researchers see potential in grain antioxidant

A natural antioxidant found in grain bran could act as a food preservative that also helps to reduce food waste by utilising what is currently a production side stream, researchers suggest.

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Thomas Foods International rebuilding work on track

Australian meat processor Thomas Foods International has revealed details about its new Murray Bridge abattoir one year after its old one was destroyed in a fire.

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Artificial intelligence, illegal fishing and export success: A round-up of EU news & views

The EU has committed â20 million to developing artificial intelligence (AI); Thailand is back in the good books after its yellow card for illegal fishing is removed; and EU food exports had record success in October.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/11/Artificial-intelligence-illegal-fishing-and-export-success-A-round-up-of-EU-news-views?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Charoen Pokphand Foods makes packaging pledge

Thai food producer Charoen Pokphand Foods has announced a new sustainable packaging policy to reduce plastic footprint.

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USDA pork purchase slammed by farmers

The US Governmentâs decision to purchase pork from Brazilian firm JBS using funds earmarked for American producers has been criticised by the National Farmers Union (NFU).

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BRF sells off final Argentina asset

Brazilian meat processor has concluded the sale of its Argentina-based subsidiary Campo Austral for US$35.5m.

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US meat producer expands product line with organic bacon

Family-owned US meat firm North Country Smokehouse has claimed to have brought one of the only certified organic Canadian bacon lines to the US market.

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Personalised foods for men or women risk appearing 'outdated', says researcher

Men and women may taste and see food differently â but efforts to tailor food and drink products to men and women risk appearing âoutdatedâ, one researcher argues.

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WHO appeals to policymakers: ‘A healthy diet is a sustainable diet’

Recommendations for healthy eating based on sustainable food choices have been published by the World Health Organisation (WHO): âFood manufacturers have a big role at all levels,â says the director of nutrition for health and development.

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Few UK consumers recognise RSPO logo, but does it matter?

The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) says it is ânot surprisedâ by findings that just 5% of consumers in the UK recognise its logo, noting that as a voluntary label, ânot all companies want to draw attention to an ingredient that is one of manyâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/10/Few-UK-consumers-recognise-RSPO-logo-but-does-it-matter?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

AI-based service from IRI helps retailers keep store shelves stocked to avoid missed sales

Every year, retailers lose approximately $47.4 billion in sales because products are out-of-stock or improperly shelved, but consumer insights provider IRI has a new solution that uses artificial intelligence and machine-learning technology to ensure shelves are full, consumers can find what they want and retailers maximize sales.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2019/01/10/AI-based-service-from-IRI-helps-retailers-keep-store-shelves-stocked-to-avoid-missed-sales?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Irish meat and livestock exports grow in 2018

Irish meat and livestock exports rose 1% in 2018, reaching a record high for the category.

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British beef and lamb regains Japanese access

Japan has lifted a 23-year ban on British beef and lamb imports that could be worth Â127m over five years to the UK.

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Seaweed success? Nestlé files patent on non-dairy liquid coffee creamers

Nestlà has developed non-dairy coffee creamers with improved mouthfeel using a blend of red seaweed extracts and high oleic vegetable oils that have an extended shelf life of up to six months.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-latam.com/Article/2019/01/09/Nestle-patents-coffee-creamer-non-dairy-with-seaweed?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Japan green lights British beef and lamb access

Japan has lifted a 23-year ban on British beef and lamb imports that could be worth Â127m over five years to the UK.

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‘A bullet-proof solution’: OAL’s AI-based vision system to cut risk of food recalls

UK food tech group OAL has launched the âworldâs firstâ artificial intelligence-based vision system for date code verification. The company says the development reduces the risk of product recalls and emergency product withdrawals (EPWs).

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/10/A-bullet-proof-solution-OAL-s-AI-based-vision-system-to-cut-risk-of-food-recalls?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

JBS embarks on recruitment drive for engineering graduates

Brazilian meatpacker JBS has introduced an engineering training programme throughout its Carnes business, designed to train the ânext generationâ of engineers across its production units.

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Canadian meat producer expands product line with organic bacon

Family-owned Canadian meat firm North Country Smokehouse has claimed to have brought âone of Canadaâs only certified organic baconâ to market.

Read more about it via https://www.globalmeatnews.com/Article/2019/01/10/Organic-Canadian-bacon-brought-to-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Split pea start-up targets sustainable tempeh market

A Swedish start-up has developed an organic, vegan, gluten-free tempeh made entirely out of split peas, which founder Pia QvarnstrÃm hopes will help consumers transition to a more sustainable diet.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/09/Split-pea-start-up-targets-sustainable-tempeh-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘3D printing can make personalisation happen’: byFlow sees 3D printing tech unlocking the future of food

Dutch 3D printing specialist byFlow believes that by partnering with food industry multinationals the technology it develops will help shape the future of food â quite literally. And that future is personal, CEO Nina Hoff tells FoodNavigator.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/09/3D-printing-can-make-personalisation-happen-byFlow-sees-3D-printing-tech-unlocking-the-future-of-food?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Spirulina may boost effects of exercise for obese individuals: RCT

Results of a randomized clinical trial from Mexico indicate that supplementation with the blue-green alga Spirulina may enhance the effects of exercise on body composition and cardiorespiratory fitness.

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Sweet pea start-up targets sustainable tempeh market

A Swedish start-up has developed an organic, vegan, gluten-free tempeh made entirely out of sweet peas, which founder Pia QvarnstrÃm hopes will help consumers transition to a more sustainable diet.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/09/Sweet-pea-start-up-targets-sustainable-tempeh-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

A landmark year for sustainable foods: 5 trends that will dominate in 2019

2019 is expected to be an important year for the sustainable food industry. Buoyed by the rising tide of concern over health, authenticity and environmentalism, European sales of sustainable foods are forecast to grow over the coming 12 months.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/09/A-landmark-year-for-sustainable-foods-5-trends-that-will-dominate-in-2019?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Newcastle disease confirmed in second California poultry flock

The US Department of Agricultureâs (USDA) has confirmed a second case of virulent Newcastle disease at a commercial flock in Riverside County, California in a matter of weeks.

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World Steak Challenge returns for 2019

The World Steak Challenge is back for 2019. The celebration of steak from around the globe is returning for its fifth year and promises to be bigger and better than ever.

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PED confirmed in Canadian hog population

A case of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhoea (PED) has been found in the Canadian province of Alberta.

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PED confirmed in Canadian hog population

A case of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhoea (PED) has been found in the Canadian province of Alberta.

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It is technically feasible to double the yield of EU agriculture by 2050, says researcher

The European Union is investing in âfuture proofâ crop research to help increase agricultural yields, encourage optimal use of water and minerals, and secure food supply for the future.

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‘Highly effective in preserving safety and shelf life’: Corbion invests in vinegar production

Biobased food ingredient supplier Corbion has completed construction of in-house production capabilities to manufacture powdered vinegar. The company says this will enable food manufacturers to deliver clean label products with an ingredient that is âhighly effectiveâ at preserving safety and shelf life.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/08/Highly-effective-in-preserving-safety-and-shelf-life-Corbion-invests-in-vinegar-production?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Germany calls for food manufacturers to voluntarily reduce sugar, fats and salts

The nationwide strategy, which aims to reduce sugar, fats, and salt content in finished food products to promote healthy eating and reduce obesity levels, has received criticism for its voluntary approach.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/01/08/Germany-calls-for-food-manufacturers-to-voluntarily-reduce-sugar-fats-and-salts?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS