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China lifts ban on US poultry imports
China banned all US poultry in January 2015 due to an avian influenza outbreak in December 2014, despite the fact that the US has been officially free of the disease since August 2017.
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Farmed fish diets could wipe out wild fish stocks in Asia and Africa
A report by the Changing Markets Foundation has found links between some of the world’s top supermarkets and illegal, unsustainable fishing operations.
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Milkman jailed for diluting milk 24 years ago
The Supreme Court of India is said to have ruled that courts cannot show leniency for deviation from the standards of the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act.
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EU beef exports to South Korea resume after almost 20 years
Producers from EU member states, Denmark and the Netherlands, are the first to be able to resume exports.
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Reducing malnutrition and food waste in Bangladesh
The SIG Way Beyond Good Foundation has launched its flagship ‘Cartons for Good’ project in Bangladesh to help combat malnutrition and food waste.
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Concerns over turmeric supply after flooding in India
Extreme weather in India and issues with adulteration are causing concern over the supply of turmeric.
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Indonesia says no to free from palm oil
Indonesian government has banned foodstuffs labelled as palm oil free.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Pita Pal Foods, LP recalls wide array of hummus products
US-based company Pita Pal Foods, LP of Houston, Texas has issued a recall of numerous hummus products and dips following detection of Listeria monocytogenes in their factory.
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Mycotoxin testing market predicted to grow considerably
The market for mycotoxins testing will witness substantial growth, says Future Market Insights
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World hunger remains big problem, yet obesity is on the rise
Despite obesity increasing, world hunger remains a big problem.
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UK producer leading the way in ethical chocolate
Consumers are becoming more tuned into where and how products are sourced; and one UK producer is said to be leading the way.
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Meat free “meat” manufacturing
The rise of meatless products is being driven by growing environmental and health concerns. How are producers keeping up with demand?
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Winning the war on plastic
Flower & White has beaten the likes of Mars and Nestlé to become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free packaging.
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Pioneering the jackfruit food craze
Dan Staackmann is the Founder and President of Upton’s Naturals – an independently-owned natural foods company with a focus on meat alternatives and vegan values. Here he explains their passion and the process for bringing pre-seasoned, ready-to-eat jackfruit to the marketplace.
