Australia releases funds to tackle BJD outbreak in cattle
Livestock farmers in the Australian state of Queensland have welcomed a new government fund to tackle animal disease outbreaks.
Archives for January 22, 2013
‘Cold, wet winter’ subdues SAB Miller Chinese volumes
SAB Miller is blaming ‘exceptionally cold and wet winter weather’ for a third quarter volume decline in China, which meant lager volumes declined in its Asia Pacific business by 1% overall.
International survey flags up packaging concerns
Consumers have raised significant concerns about plastic food packaging in response to a survey covering the US, India and Sweden conducted by Innventia.
Fast-food sports advertising having sizeable effect on kids
Children watching sports may be soaking up blanket fast-food advertising campaigns more than expected, according to a fresh study by the University of Western Australia.
Asian chocolate market still promising despite lower than expected grinds
Asian chocolate demand is weaker than hoped but the market still represents significant potential, according to an analyst.
Kiwi study shows diet change can have rapid impact on inflammation
A proof of principle study has shown that a change in diet can be remarkably effective in reducing inflammation over just six weeks. The research was conducted on a group of healthy New Zealanders.