GFI partners with AAK to accelerate Indian plant-based market
The partnership will offer sessions to businesses looking to enter the Indian plant-based market, as well as provide guidance for local product formulations and innovation.
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Center for Food Safety shuns USDA’s final GMO regulations
The USDA has released final GMO regulations, which the Center for Food Safety has claimed are detrimental to the health of farmers and consumers.
Allergen-related recalls reach five-year record high in the UK
More than 100 products removed from UK market in 2018/19 due to allergen-related risks - a 16 percent rise from the previous year.
Particle research could save wheat and other crops from deadly virus
In a bid to protect wheat and other crops from the Brome Mosaic virus, scientists from UC Riverside set out to better understand how the virus' particles interact with each other when infecting crops.
“Outdated” UK pig ammonia emissions factors to be revised
Pig ammonia emissions factors are said to based on studies 20 years old, and revising these factors aims to help compliant producers avoid unnecessary expenses.
Groceries survey shows UK supermarket compliance at record high
Early analysis of suppliers’ responses to the comprehensive annual groceries sector survey has shown that retailer compliance with the Groceries Supply Code of Practice is at “an all-time high”.
Study finds collaboration is key to reduce food waste caused by labelling
Researchers from the University of Maryland have set out to clarify the science behind food date labels, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary research and stakeholder collaboration to minimise food waste.
EFSA warns ochratoxin A is a risk to most consumer groups
The EFSA has published a scientific opinion, concluding that ochratoxin A (OTA), a mycotoxin naturally produced by moulds found in foodstuffs, poses a public health risk to most consumer groups.
Recall roundup: Co-op doughnuts, Lidl pesto, basil and ice cream
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Joint venture evolves into global partnership for bulk packaging in grain and food markets
Bühler Group and Premier Tech have entered into a new joint venture -PT-Bühler in China - to develop cost-effective packaging for the global food feed and grain markets.
Multiscale crop modelling required to ensure sustainable food security
In a new paper, researchers have identified a series of multiscale and multidisciplinary components - from crop genetics up to global factors - that are “critical” for finding environmentally sustainable solutions to food security.
Craft brewery embraces new identity amid sustainability efforts
BrewDog commits to sustainable beer production and sets out new course for business which balances profit with people and planet.
Industry body in talks with LGC to standardise cannabinoid testing
The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI) claims there is a need for standardisation and harmonisation of the analytical methodology protocols used in the testing of cannabinoids.
Major food brands join project to deliver resources to frontline workers
Major food and beverage brands such as Unilever, Mars Incorporated, Nestlé and Keurig Dr Pepper have joined the Frontline Impact Project, an initiative designed to deliver vital resources to healthcare workers and first responders.
Work underway to strengthen California leafy greens food safety practices
LGMA has a set out a series of new practices and and standards being carried out to ensure the food safety of leafy greens and to prevent future pathogenic outbreaks.
