From ghee to lard: What’s happening in the US retail market for oils and fats?
Which cooking oils are growing most strongly and why? Is ghee trending and has coconut oil lost some of its luster? Is butter outperforming vegetable-oil-based spreads?
Archives for June 12, 2018
Consumers to FDA: Labeling single ingredient pure honey, maple syrup products, as 'added sugar' is "absolutely ridiculous"
FDA proposals that the sugars in a jar of honey or pure maple syrup should be listed as 'added sugars' on food labels (albeit with an explanatory note) is “absolutely ridiculous,” according to the vast majority of stakeholders commenting on recent draft...
Coca-Cola Clear launches in Japan
Coca-Cola Japan has launched a transparent drink called Coca-Cola Clear, which hits shelves nationwide this week.
China looks to improve quality of domestic dairy products
While exports to China may seem to be the big prize for many western dairy companies, the road may be about to get a little tougher as the country is looking to bolster its own dairy production.
Sustainable packaging
PepsiCo India pilots plant-based packaging for Frito-Lay and KurKure snacks to address plastic waste
PepsiCo India will launch its first plant-based packaging for Frito-Lay and KurKure snack productslater this year in its effort to tackle domestic plastic waste.
Healthy Ageing APAC Summit 2018
Healthy Ageing APAC Summit: Ageing population presents opportunities for innovative food firms
Asia Pacific’s rapidly ageing population will drive significant opportunities for the region’s food and nutrition industry, according to keynote speakers on day one of the inaugural event in Singapore.
Australian beverage industry denies rumours of further lowering sugar targets to stave off tax threat
The Australian Beverages Council and Coco-Cola Amatil have refuted plans to further lower the amount of sugar in their products.
First death linked to Australian frozen pomegranate recall
The death of a 64-year-old woman in Australia from hepatitis A has been linked to a nationwide recall of frozen pomegranates.
Dairy intake ‘insufficient’ and poor diets prevalent in Hong Kong
Around 91% of parents and almost all their children (99.5%) do not meet the recommended weekly dairy intake set by the Hong Kong Department of Health, a new survey has revealed.