Cottage cheese a winning late-night snack
Researchers find that it appears to have a positive effect on muscle quality and metabolism.
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Joint US agreement on food waste as Washington ‘props up’ food prices for tariff-hit farmers
Winning on Reducing Food Waste aimed at improving coordination and communication across federal agencies.
Probiotics are not always good for you
Through research on gut inflammation, researchers have found that probiotics are not always 'good bacteria', and may not be good for everyone.
This week’s recall roundup: Salmonella strikes again!
This week’s recall roundup from the UK and North America includes lead-filled curry powder and mislabelled snacks.
Fruit flavours for the Middle East beverage sector
The beverage sector in the Middle East is currently focusing on fruit flavours originating in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Chinese government cracks down after school food scandal
School staff sacked and Compass subsidiary under investigation.
Kellogg’s UK announces new sustainable packaging actions
Measures include a solution to allow people to recycle Pringles cans and the introduction of recycle-ready cereal pouches.
Environment Secretary launches Fisheries Bill to control UK waters
A Fisheries Bill introduced in Parliament today (25 Oct) means the UK will operate as an independent coastal state, controlling who fishes in its waters.
Charter ships an option for food supplies post-Brexit
Cabinet considering transportation scenarios in event of no deal.
Food security breach at McCain spreads throughout US
24 October 2018 | By
A recall by McCain Foods in the US has snowballed to involve more than 24 chain stores and 13 food companies - including Wal-Mart, Whole Foods Market, 7-eleven and Trader Joe's - selling pre-made salads and ready meals.
US$75,000 food security research grant up for grabs
$75,000 will be awarded to an individual or organisation for research that could revolutionise the food security industry.
Safer pesticides could help fight armyworm in Africa
A study has shown that a plague of armyworm in Africa could be controlled through using biopesticides instead of harmful chemicals.
Microplastics found in human faeces
Scientists have identified evidence of microplastics in the faeces of each participant in an international study spanning seven countries.
UK consumers advised on meat-handling methods, as Salmonella Typhimurium cases rise
Since June 2018, a further 165 cases have been reported.
FDA launches draft food-safety guidance for US producers
One aims to help US farmers, the other should help processors adhere to fresh-cut produce standards.
