The latest proposal by the European Commission to extend the measures until June 2025 included import caps on Ukrainian sugar, poultry and eggs to address the concerns of EU farmers EU negotiators have agreed to extend trade liberalisation measures for Ukraine for another year. The measures, which were first introduced[Read More…]
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Saudi Food and Drug Authority releases guidelines for balanced eating in Ramadan
To promote overall health, the authority suggests limiting the intake of fats, while recommending small quantities of unsaturated oils The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has recently released guidelines to promote healthy and balanced eating habits during Ramadan. These recommendations emphasise the importance of including whole grains such as[Read More…]
Sparkling Ice and STARBURST partners for new zero-sugar beverage
A new line of delicious Sparkling Ice flavours that capture the taste and vibrant sensory experience of STARBURST® original fruit chew candy with zero sugar The Sparkling Ice® brand, crafted by Talking Rain Beverage Company, announced the launch of Sparkling Ice® STARBURST™ – a new line of delicious Sparkling Ice flavours that capture the taste and[Read More…]
WHO awards 5 countries for progress in eliminating trans fats for first time
Denmark, Lithuania, Poland, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand have each demonstrated they have the best practice policy for industrially produced trans-fatty acids (iTFA) elimination in effect, supported by adequate monitoring and enforcement systems WHO has awarded its first-ever certificates validating progress in eliminating industrially produced trans fatty acids to five countries.[Read More…]
Ingredion partners with Better Juice to offer sugar-reduction solutions
Ingredion leads investment round to accelerate start-up’s advanced technology for naturally reducing sugar Israel-based FoodTech start-up Better Juice announced its collaboration with Ingredion, Inc., a leading global provider of speciality ingredients to the food and beverage industry. Ingredion Ventures, Ingredion’s venture investment arm, will lead the Series A funding round[Read More…]
ARYZTA announces new bakery investment in Australia
The total investment is estimated to be c €40 million ARYZTA announces that it has formally agreed to proceed with the construction and commissioning of a new bakery in Perth Western Australia. The total investment is estimated to be c €40 million. The project will take two years to[Read More…]
FAO Food Outlook predicts declining international trade in some basic foodstuffs
Global food import bill to hit a new record high in 2023, with a reduction in import volumes for the most vulnerable countries Production prospects across most basic foodstuffs are favourable, but extreme weather events, rising geopolitical tensions and sudden policy changes pose risks for global food production systems and[Read More…]
FSANZ call for comment on D-allulose as a novel food
D-allulose can be added to foods as a low-energy substitute for sugar Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to permit D-allulose as a novel food. Dr Sandra Cuthbert, FSANZ CEO said if permitted, D-allulose can be added to foods as a low-energy substitute[Read More…]
Souper Fond meal preparation for parents with nourishing broths
The broth offerings range from chicken collagen broth, fish broth, ikan bilis & soybean collagen broth, rich beef broth Singapore-based Souper Fond is launching nourishing broths to help parents add essential nutrients to their children’s meals. It can be difficult to introduce infants to new foods as their teeth are[Read More…]
India’s sugar stock reaches 108 LMT
Sufficient sugar stock to meet domestic demand The government of India has been successfully maintaining stable retail prices of sugar in the country. Though international sugar prices have touched the highest level in a decade in April-May 2023, domestic prices of sugar have nominal inflation of about 3 per cent,[Read More…]
