US cattlemen’s associations say ‘no’ to supplemental beef checkoff
Forty-five US state cattlemen’s associations have sent a joint letter to agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack, calling for proposals for a supplemental beef checkoff to be abandoned.
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Insights from SupplySide West
‘We think the campaign will definitely have an effect’: GOED on ‘positive messaging’ to change omega-3 conversation
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s’ campaign to promote positive messages about omega-3s has finally launched, but more funds needs to be raised to allow a national roll-out, said GOED’s Adam Ismail.
Industry 'deeply concerned' by Ebola but no impact on big choc companies yet
Ebola is a huge humanitarian concern for the cocoa and chocolate industry, but contrary to some reports it is not yet having a major business impact for big chocolate players like Mars and Mondelēz.
Dispatches: AACCI annual meeting 2014
Gluten-free NPD knowledge needs to catch up, says Ingredion
Knowledge on gluten-free product development must improve because the bar on quality is higher than ever, says a technical specialist at Ingredion.
Bamboo fiber, protein beverages, and gummies: Hydrocolloid expert talks innovative delivery systems
Beverages continue to be one of the hot beds for innovation when it comes to nutrient fortification, with insoluble fiber, nutritional oils, and (of course) protein all catching the eye.
Perdue Farms reaches settlement over labelling lawsuit
America poultry firm Perdue Farms and The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) have announced the settlement of two federal court cases, concerning a labelling claim on Perdue’s Harvestland chicken.
Perten Instruments opens Canadian office
Perten Instruments has opened an office in Canada to support efforts, work and customers.
Ingredion expands ingredients empire with $340m deal to buy Penford Corp
Sweeteners & starches giant Ingredion has expanded its ingredients empire with the acquisition of potato starch specialist Penford in a $340m deal that could close before the end of the year.