E.coli confirmation method approved by USDA
A SDIX system used for confirmation of E.coli has been approved by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the month the industry body started testing for newly regulated strains of the pathogen.
Archives for June 19, 2012
No one-size-fits-all approach to target US Hispanics, says market researcher
Food manufacturers looking to target the rapidly growing US Hispanic market need to recognize its broad diversity, says a new report from market research organization SymphonyIRI.
Brazilian firm gains Rainforest Alliance recognition
One of the largest organic meat producers in Latin America has become the first company in the world to be awarded Rainforest Alliance certification for sustainable cattle production.
Florida firm seeks partner to take game-changing blood glucose control ingredient to mass market
The Florida-based firm behind Emulin - the star ingredient in GNC’s glucose control supplement GC7X - is seeking a big gun in the ingredients supply market to help it engage with the biggest food and beverage brands in the US and Europe.
Universal probiotic stamp could boost research & consumer understanding, says leading researcher
Probiotics should be classified by a Category Tree system in the US and Europe in order to better inform consumers and counter the impasse imposed by ‘bureaucrats’, says a leading probiotic researcher.
Supply chain security and 'conscious consumers' driving Fair Trade surge
Fair Trade imports into the US grew 75% in 2011, as food manufacturers look to secure their supply chains through more direct contact with suppliers - and as they bet on growing demand from 'conscious consumers', says Fair Trade USA president and CEO...