‘Promising’ research backs new anti-hunger ingredient
A new form of a classic texturising ingredient could help people to feel full for longer, according to a new proof of concept trial for the proposed ‘anti hunger’ ingredient.
Archives for August 21, 2012
General Mills says health has become ‘a primary driver of innovation’
General Mills claims it has improved the nutritional profile of 68% of its product line by sales volume since 2005, reformulating to include more fiber, calcium and whole grains, and less sodium, saturated fat, trans fat and added sugar.
CSPI takes aim at Welch’s heart healthy claims
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has challenged Welch Foods over its marketing of fruit snacks, fruit cocktails, spreads and juices as ‘heart healthy’ – and Welch’s has rebuffed the accusations, calling them misguided.
USDA shuts slaughterhouse amid welfare concerns
US officials have shut down a slaughterhouse that supplied government food programmes after an undercover video allegedly revealed “sickening” animal cruelty.
Arla Foods to close US plant in efficiency drive
Arla Foods has announced plans to close one of its two US dairy plants, as part of a drive to streamline its US business and refocus on speciality cheese.
Wholesale pork included in US mandatory price reporting
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has said it will implement mandatory wholesale pork reporting from 7 January 2013.
Kraft Foods agrees to divest controlling stake in Back to Nature brand
Kraft Foods has agreed to divest a controlling stake in its Back to Nature brand food business for an undisclosed sum ahead of the company’s split in October.