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'Percentage less' claims veto shows lack of trust in the industry; FDF to press for regulatory action

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:50:55 +0100

The recent veto of 'percentage less' claims by MEPs is indicative of a lack of trust in the food industry, said the UK trade group, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF), which is intent on continuing to push for such amendments to the health claims regulation.

Nestlé study shows 'on-the-go' eating habits on the rise in Germany

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:19:02 +0100

‘On-the-go’ food and drink consumption has increased significantly in recent years in Germany, finds new research from Nestlé.

Unfair ‘junk food’ label risks making dog’s dinner of industry

Ben.Bouckley@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:25:26 +0100

Anyone who has spent any appreciable amount of time working in the food industry realises that the issue of ‘junk food’ marketing to children is a hydra that rears two heads for every one cut off.

Tomato by-products provide sustainable source of bioactives: Study

Nathan.GRAY@wrbm.com (Nathan GRAY) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:29:40 +0100

Industrial by-products from tomato processing contain a significant amount of bioactive compounds that could be used to provide natural and sustainable source of antioxidants for functional food formulation, or to act as preservative ingredients in foods, say researchers.

Commission backs German firm Saria's bid to acquire meat companies

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:25:29 +0100

The European Commission has approved the bid by German company Saria Bio-Industries for joint control over Dutch group Teeuwissen Holding and Spanish company, Jagero II.

Treatt aims for full-flavoured jalapeno distillate, without the bite

Kacey.CULLINEY@wrbm.com (Kacey CULLINEY) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:34:12 +0100

Demand for increased taste, odour and aroma without the heat has driven the development of a savoury jalapeno flavour application that can be used in sauces, dips and beverages.

IFF profits slump 56% on ‘unprecedented’ raw material costs

Caroline.SCOTT-THOMAS@wrbm.com (Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:59:14 +0100

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) saw net profits slump 56% in the fourth quarter due to one-off costs and ongoing high raw material prices, but adjusted results were largely in line with analysts’ expectations.

Processor hits back as Russia stokes Ukrainian cheese war

Ben.Bouckley@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:53:27 +0100

Russia announced on Tuesday that it had banned cheese imports from Ukraine’s three largest cheese producers due to the presence of vegetable oils, but one processor has hit back at the ban, while reports suggest the move could reflect higher political stakes.

Hike noted in world food prices - the first in 6 months

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:25:26 +0100

Global food prices have jumped nearly 2% marking the first increase since July 2011, claims the price index from the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

One step microcapsules will provide new opportunities and benefits for industry, say researchers

Nathan.GRAY@wrbm.com (Nathan GRAY) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:34:05 +0100

An innovative new technology platform could provide manufacturers and food formulators with greater control and speed when producing encapsulated ingredients such as flavours and bioactive ingredients, say its developers.

EFSA sets recommended EU protein intakes at 0.8g/kg per day

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:03:55 +0100

The European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) has published population reference intakes (PRIs) for protein, the latest stage of its work on dietary reference values (DRVs), with a particular focus on levels needed during pregnancy and childhood.

Smilde negotiating partnership with Hafner for Délices du Palais

Oliver.NIEBURG@wrbm.com (Oliver NIEBURG) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:00:55 +0100

Dutch firm Smilde Bakery has announced it is in negotiations with French company Hafner to take over the French operations of its Délices du Palais business.

From dishwasher to dairy innovator - the road to enzyme and culture development

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:17:44 +0100

In the second installment of the new FoodNavigator series - Monthly Career Insider - where we we profile leading industry lights, asking them how they got to where they are and their key insights into the sector we talk to the VP of dairy innovation at Chr. Hansen.

Nestlé defends Nesquik website as CFC demands ASA action on ‘cynical’ child marketing

Ben.Bouckley@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:57:53 +0100

Nestlé has leapt to the defence of its Nesquik milk-based drinks brand, after the Children’s Food Campaign (CFC) lodged a ‘super complaint’ with the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), complaining that well-known beverage and food brands were targeting children with 'cynical junk food marketing' practices online.

GAIN ups micronutrient fight against global malnutrition

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:03:00 +0100

Ten years ago the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) was established to fight rampant malnutrition in the developing world via micronutrient fortification programmes. But for a long time, it struggled to effect change in the face of logistical, financial and educational challenges.

Tate cautioned on sucralose prices; Q3 results don't surprise

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:57:14 +0100

In a competitive sucralose market, Tate & Lyle should price the sweetener keenly to ensure significant market share in the future, claims an analyst as the group releases ‘reassuringly dull’ Q3 results today.

'It shouldn't all boil down to yield,' says food systems activist in call to action

Jane.BYRNE@wrbm.com (Jane BYRNE) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:36:10 +0100

How to tackle obesity and hunger remains a two-pronged challenge for the agri-food industry, but increasing crop yield is not the answer - instead the focus should be on boosting the nutritional value of crops, claims a sustainable food systems activist.

Major European brewer awaits result of ‘tasty’ low alcohol beer research

Ben.Bouckley@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:41:58 +0100

An Irish researcher whose team has developed novel technology to brew cost-effective, tasty low alcohol beer says he believes such products have a genuine market, as a major European brewer awaits the results of further work.

Raw material price hikes boost sales for AAK

Oliver.NIEBURG@wrbm.com (Oliver NIEBURG) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:50:30 +0100

AarhusKarlshamn (AAK) has posted modest growth in its fourth quarter (Q4) and final year results driven by raw material price increases and strong performance in its core food ingredients segment.

Tata and PepsiCo see Indian nutrient beverage scope

Ben.Bouckley@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:46:20 +0100

Tata Global Beverages has announced that it plans to market a nutrient beverage in India in a joint venture with PepsiCo, as both firms seek to profit from rising ready drink sales in the country.