Fonterra firm against removing permeate
New Zealand’s largest dairy cooperative is refusing to join milk producers and marquee retailers that are removing permeate from their milk brands.
Archives for August 13, 2012
Move more…but please don’t eat less: Why industry should stress ‘calories in’ to fight obesity
The more we move, the slimmer we will become, right? However, with ballooning obesity rates over the past 30 years, research suggests that this is not the case. US adults are moving more than ever – but eating more than ever too.
Wine pesticides not food safety risk, says Chinese watchdog
Pesticide levels are not a problem in Chinese red wines, says a top local watchdog.
China Modern Dairy denies Mengniu takeover talks
China Modern Dairy Holdings - China’s largest milk producer - has denied any knowledge of talks designed to discuss its takeover by Mengniu.
NTC claims breakthrough with natural acid-masking ingredient
Geneva-based Natural Taste Consulting (NTC) has developed a ‘breakthrough’ ingredient for low-pH formulations like dairy and dressings that offers a new natural, cost-effective acid-masking solution.
Meiji takes 113% hit to confectionery operating income
Japan’s second biggest confectioner Meiji Holdings has reported a steep decline in its first quarter (Q1) confectionery profits as its chocolate sales fall and it suffers from a “shrinking” gum market.