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Yogurt culture ensures taste and texture throughout shelf life - DSM

DSM has developed a new yogurt culture - DelvoYog Very Mild - which delays the onset of post acidification, assuring “optimal taste and texture” throughout the shelf life of yogurt products....

There’s something fishy about this milk… not anymore US scientists claim

US researchers claim they have proved it possible to incorporate omega-3 fatty acid-rich fish oil into milk and dairy-based beverages in sufficient amounts to promote health without destroying taste or smell....

Danone heralds India’s strength by predicting doubled sales

With the growth of nutritional foods in India outpacing that of China, Danone’s subcontinent head for nutrition has announced plans to double sales in India over the next three years....

Business

Third-time lucky for solo Fonterra operation in India

The first two endeavours might have been abortive, but it seems that Fonterra might finally see success in its third, solo attempt to move into India.

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Operational Efficiency 2012: Free Access To Today's First Ever Dedicated Online Event!

Register now for free access to today's first ever online event devoted to Operational Efficiency in food and beverage processing, organized by FoodProductionDaily.com and William Reed Business Media.

‘More salt than seawater’ – Study slams UK cheese salt content

Consensus Action on Salt and Health (CASH) has called on the UK Department of Health to set lower salt content targets for cheese manufacturers, after a study discovered some cheese...

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Milk price increases demonstrate dairy farmer support – First Milk

UK dairy processor First Milk has announced further milk price increases for all of its dairy farmer suppliers.

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Sonoco investment expands recycling capability

Sonoco Recycling has invested $4m in one of its facilities so that it can accept additional materials.

Sweeteners linked to higher weight gain: Rat study

Consumption of non-nutritive sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame could lead to increases in weight, according to new data in rats.

Norwegian dairy calls for action to avoid Christmas butter shortage

Norwegian dairy giant TINE has called upon the country’s government to reduce customs duties on butter imports to avoid a potential shortage over the Christmas period.

Investment will increase yogurt, milk processing capacity - Meiji

Japanese dairy giant Meiji Holdings has set aside 11.5bn yen ($140m, €110m) to build and equip a new processing plant under plans to increase its yogurt and milk product processing...

Pfizer slammed for UK infant formula advertising code breach

SMA Nutrition manufacturer Pfizer has been scolded by the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for breaching an advertising code relating to the promotion of infant formula products.

Vitamins: A Centenary of essential nutrients

Birthday gifts: Vitamins celebrate centenary with EU health claim wins

2012 is turning out to be a very good year for the vitamins sector. Aside from the feel good factor of the essential nutrients turning 100, vitamins have also won...

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Billerud merger gets EU approval

Paper-based packaging producer Billerud has had its merger deal with Kinnevik approved by the EU Commission after the parties agreed to certain conditions.

Agropur to invest $100m in US whey processing

Canadian dairy processor Agropur plans to invest more than $100m in a US whey processing facility to increase the plant’s capacity and upgrade existing technology.

Amcor introduces eco-friendly packaging films

Amcor has launched a film for fresh and dairy applications with reduced packaging weight and increased environmental properties.   

European Parliament hit by 'cost of milk production' protests

More than 3,500 farmers staged a two-day protest at the European Parliament in Brussels in an effort to call attention to low milk prices - which they claim do not...

NEWS IN BRIEF

Exports and overseas growth drive Volac profits

Dairy nutrition firm Volac has reported an operating profit increase of nearly 40% for the year ending February 2012, citing the impact of increased exports and improved profits from overseas operations.

Dairy Crest to move on-trial UHT Frijj production to UK

Dairy Crest intends to move production of its new, longer-life UHT Frijj milkshakes from Spain to the UK in anticipation of a successful trial period.

Arla teams up with Fonterra and Foss to develop milk screening method

Arla Foods and Fonterra have teamed up with Danish analytical solutions provider Foss to develop a screening method to determine whether milk has been tampered with for financial gain.

Organic dairy more economically beneficial than conventional dairy – US study

The organic dairy industry has for a long time boasted of its nutritional superiority over conventionally-produce dairy products. Now, according to a US study, the organic dairy sector can also...

Right to reply

World’s first GE cow is a ‘milestone study’

Last week, FoodNavigator-Asia published an opinion piece by the anti-GE pressure group, GE-free NZ, that criticised AgResearch, the New Zealand research institute. In the article, the author made reference to...

NPD: The customer is always right – and first – says Danish dairy giant

Arla Foods used to be a Danish dairy with a Scandinavian bent. Now it is global-facing, upping its R&D spend and obsessed with finding out what consumers want, rather than...

Kerry processing capabilities ‘adequate’ to meet milk production increase

Ingredients giant Kerry Group is confident it has “adequate” dairy processing capabilities to manage the anticipated European Union (EU) milk production increase.

SIG Combibloc launches screwtop closure for key carton

SIG Combibloc has launched a screwtop version of its combibloc EcoPlus carton for long-life milk and dairy products, which was first launched in August 2010 without a closure.

Dispatches from Emballage 2012

FoodProductionDaily.com hits Emballage 2012

FoodProductionDaily reports on some of sights of this year's Emballage packaging materials and technology trade show in Paris, which drew to a close yesterday.

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2011/12 NZ milk season most productive on record

The 2011/12 New Zealand milk season was the most productive on record, an industry report has discovered.

Global representation key to handling dairy sector challenges – IDF president

Maintaining global industry representation is key to overcoming dairy sector challenges such as cross-border trade and price volatility, the new International Dairy Federation (IDF) president has claimed.

Nestlé faces Pfizer Nutrition brand 'blackout' in Australia after Mexican setback

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) yesterday approved Nestlé’s €9bn ($11.59bn) acquisition of infant nutrition business Pfizer Nutrition.

US Congressmen call on USDA to address Russian dairy trade issues

Two US Congressmen have called on the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to make full use of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) laws to address issues that have prevented the...

Dispatches from Emballage 2012

DS Smith showcases bag in box innovation

DS Smith Packaging has launched a new form, fill and seal machine, which enables liquid food, dairy and beverage manufacturers to handle a wider range of bag-in-box applications and designs....

UK food park continues development

The UK's Southglade food park is expanding further thanks to a fresh injection of cash from a local council, despite the current challenging economic environment.

LIVE FROM THE SHOW FLOOR: BRAU BEVIALE 2012

GEA TDS technology promises ‘drastic’ beverage deaeration savings

GEA TDS tells BeverageDaily.com that its new beverage deaeration technology for beverages and milks can help manufacturers achieve ‘drastic savings’ in terms of steam, water, energy and thus money.

First Milk eyeing expanding Asian dairy markets

UK dairy processor First Milk has set its sights on the rapidly expanding market for dairy products in Asian countries such as China, after identifying demand for British cheeses.

DuPont on EU probiotic health claim ban: “Mention specific strains”

Giant of probiotic supply, DuPont, is not afraid to admit its European business has been altered by the rejection of probiotic health claims under the EU nutrition and health claims...

Mexican officials block Nestlé’s Pfizer Nutrition acquisition

Nestlé’s $11.85bn (€9bn) acquisition of Pfizer Nutrition has been blocked by Mexican competition officials over concerns that the deal could lead to price increases.

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Glanbia set to complete dairy ingredients JV after shareholder approval

Glanbia looks set to complete its proposed Glanbia Ingredients Ireland (GII) joint venture with Glanbia Co-operative Society, after gaining shareholder approval for the deal.

PARNUTS update: Specialist foods reforms due for EU lawbooks

Revision of the laws governing specialist food products like sports foods, infant foods and gluten-free foods is set for a final vote in the European Parliament in December or January,...

Infant formula manufacturers opposing proposed Hong Kong promotion ban

Six of the world’s leading infant formula manufacturers are opposing a Hong Kong government proposal to ban the promotion of baby food products for children under the age of three....

DISPATCHES FROM BRAU BEVIALE 2012, NUREMBERG

Anti-microbial air treatment will become ‘important’ hygiene factor - Ecolab

Anti-microbial air treatment systems will become a “very important” hygiene factor in the food manufacturing industry in coming years, Ecolab’s Marcus Ley told reporter Mark Astley.

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Dairy nutrition campaign gains EU funding

A Europe-wide campaign to promote the nutritional benefits of milk and dairy consumption has been approved for European Union (EU) co-funding.

US dairy industry welcomes Russian trade bill passage

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the US Dairy Export Council (USDEC) have welcomed the passing of a bill that could lead to the establishment of permanent normal trade...

Arla says UHT-friendly whey can tackle elderly malnutrition

About 60% of elderly hospital patients in the UK are malnourished according to recent data from the British Dietetic Association, a problem companies like Danish firm Arla Food Ingredients are...

Fonterra welcomes competition-aiding Raw Milk Regulations amendments

Fonterra has welcomed a series of amendments to the New Zealand Raw Milk Regulations that will support domestic dairy product competition and ensure an “entrance pathway” into the farm gate milk market....

Muller Wiseman milk price increase welcomed by farmers

Müller Dairy and Müller-owned Robert Wiseman Dairies will increase their farm gate milk price to 30.5 pence per litre (ppl) by February 2013 in an effort to meet the rising...

Major food makers pledge to standardise EU nutrition labelling

Twelve major food manufacturers and retailers have backed a plan to standardise food labelling across the European Union, in line with the new EU Food Information for Consumers regulation.

December 14, 2012: EU health claims doomsday? Er, not really…

For years, probiotics and other sections of the food industry have supposedly been dreading the implementation of despised EU health claims laws.

Government backing British dairy industry to grab Chinese opportunity

The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is spearheading a campaign to help British dairy industry players increase their presence in the rapidly-expanding Chinese market.

Reynolds results positive but reflect weak Europe

Reynolds Group has reported a total group revenue and gross profit rise, but said weak European demand affected all of its business segments.

Glanbia Society members vote to back JV

Glanbia Co-operative Society has confirmed its members have voted to dispose of 3% of the issued share capital of Glanbia to back a proposal to acquire majority ownership of Glanbia’s dairy processing business...

Scientists developing anti-counterfeit milk powder source test

Scientists in New Zealand are developing a method to identify the geographical source of milk powder products – a potential answer to the problem of counterfeit ‘Made in New Zealand’...

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CCC makes second acquisition in space of two months

Consolidated Container Company (CCC) has acquired all assets of Madras Packaging, marking the second acquisition since its takeover by Bain Capital this year.

DISPATCHES FROM PACK EXPO 2012

More robust and energy efficient system, claims contamination detection machine developer

Eagle Product Inspection gives FoodProductionDaily.com editor, Rod Addy, the lowdown on their latest detection machine targeting operational efficiency and hygienic design.

Increased dairy consumption can help prevent hip fractures – study

Boosting dietary calcium intake can help prevent hip fractures in the over 50’s, a study has found.

China seizures raise fears for New Zealand's global dairy reputation

Numerous consignments of baby formula made in New Zealand have been prevented from entering China after authorities branded them substandard. Now it has come to light, the issue is raising...

Parmalat eyeing double digit growth for 2012

Parmalat has reported double-digit revenue and profit growth for the first nine months of 2012, driven by strong performances by its US, Canadian, Australian and Russian segments.

EFSA health claim opinion

Rejected: EFSA tells Glanbia its whey “weight loss peptides” claim is “not characterised”

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected Irish dairy and ingredients giant Glanbia’s claim that its Prolibra whey-peptide ingredient can reduce body fat, failing the claim on characterisation grounds...

Dean Foods eyeing further growth to end 2012 after strong Q3

Dean Foods is eyeing further growth to close 2012, after strong third quarter performances from its Fresh Dairy Direct and WhiteWave-Alpro business segments.

Swiss cheese culture cuts ripening time and boosts taste – Chr. Hansen

Chr. Hansen has developed a new Swiss cheese culture which makes it possible to reduce ripening time, cuts costs, and produce products with a milder, less pungent flavour.

H1 revenue down, but financial position ‘much improved’ – Dairy Crest

Dairy Crest is confident that it will meet its full year expectations, despite a tough start to the year that saw a 7% sales revenue decrease compared with H1 2011.

FSANZ approves Nestlé infant formula L-histidine level amendment

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has provisionally approved an application by Nestlé to reduce the minimum requirement for L-histidine in infant formula products

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Fonterra research director voted new IDF president

The International Dairy Federation (IDF) has elected Fonterra research director Dr Jeremy Hill as its new president.

Glanbia eyeing 2012 profits target despite marginal growth

Irish dairy giant Glanbia is “confident” of delivering its full year profits target, despite reporting marginal growth for the first nine months of 2012.

Increasing global income will have ‘big implications’ for dairy sector - FAO

The expected increase in disposable income – particularly in developing countries – will have “big implications” for the international dairy sector, the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations (UN)...

Borpact offers improved processing and stiffness, claims Borealis

Borealis has unveiled an updated grade of transparent polypropylene (PP), aimed at frozen products such as ice cream, with improved stiffness and better processability.

Aluminium foil growth driven by flexible packaging demand, says EAFA

The first nine months of this year showed a positive development for the European manufacturers of aluminium foil, according to the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA).

US dairy coops to face ‘herd retirement’ price fixing lawsuit

A US lawsuit alleging that the practice of killing cows to increase the price of milk – known as ‘herd retirement’ – violates anti-trust laws will go to court after...

AptarGroup to close two sites in European shake-up

AptarGroup is to restructure 12 facilities in Europe, including the closure of two sites, in a bid to boost future growth in the region.

Detectamet rolls out detectable accessories

Detectamet is rolling out a host of detectable accessories for food and drink manufacturers, from tote bin liners to ear plugs and hygienic gloves.

Fonterra working with NZ Customs to solve cocaine mystery

Fonterra is working closely with the New Zealand Customs Service to establish how a “significant quantity” of either cocaine or heroin found its way into a shipping container of Fonterra powdered milk....

‘Probiotics’ term to go after December 14, 2012?

The probiotics sector is at different stages of readiness, and embracing different approaches, to EU health claim laws that appear to rule the very word ‘probiotic’ a non-authorised, implied health...

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Fonterra extends osteoporosis awareness partnership

Fonterra has joined forces with the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) for another year to raise awareness about bone health across Asia and the Middle East.

WikiCell targets Louvre as site for first outlet

A snack bar next to the Musée de Louvre in Paris will be the site of the first outlet selling products in edible packaging from WikiCell Designs, the company behind...

US COMMODITIES CORNER

Milk protein prices jump 13% in October - Part Two

In part two of his October dairy commodities breakdown, MilkPrice  blogger John Geuss gives DairyReporter.com the latest on cheese and butter demand and quick look ahead to November, December and the coming...

Chinese authorities approve Nestlé’s Pfizer Nutrition acquisition

Nestlé's $11.85bn (€9bn) acquisition of Pfizer Nutrition has been given the go-ahead by anti-trust authorities in China – taking the “strategic” takeover a step closer to completion.

Glanbia unveils €21m whey protein isolate plant investment

Glanbia has unveiled a €21m whey protein isolate (WPI) investment at its Dairy Ingredients Ireland (DII) Ballyragget facility – the Irish dairy giant’s latest expansion effort driven by the up-coming...

Trade association highlights packaging innovation

Breakthroughs in radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, colour changing film and packaging designed to extend shelf life are some of the latest innovations highlighted by the Active & Intelligent Packaging...

Chinese farm agreement will complete dairy ‘hub’ - Fonterra

Fonterra has signed an investment agreement with Chinese authorities to develop two more large-scale dairy farms – the latest step in the firm’s strategy to build a sustainable fresh local...

Kerry reports strong growth despite tough trading conditions

Strong growth in Kerry Group’s ingredients and flavours division has helps to balance out slow-down in consumer goods, as revenues increased by nearly 11% to €4.4 billion.

US COMMODITIES CORNER

Milk protein prices jump 13% in October

US milk protein prices increased by 13% in October. But does the price  increase have the momentum to carry milk protein prices to the "exceptional highs" of 2008? US commodities expert and MilkPrice  blogger John Geuss gave...

a2 fresh milk manufacturer eyeing ‘attractive international markets’

A2 Corporation (A2C) – the manufacturer of a2 brand fresh milk – is eyeing a number of “attractive international markets” including North America and Europe as part of an effort to maximise...