Swiss retailer Migros apologizes for Hitler, Mussolini coffee creamers
Swiss retailer Migros has apologized for an “unforgivable blunder” that resulted in the distribution of coffee creamers adorned with images of Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini.
Archives for October 22, 2014
Special edition: healthy ageing
Protein, leucine and muscle wasting: ‘It’s an on/off switch, not a dimmer’
Protein and leucine may be a useful tool in tackling muscle wasting, but if individuals are already consuming enough of the nutrients, supplementation may not have much impact, according to a researcher.
Redesigns packaging for Hovis Seed Sensations bread bag
Amcor sustainability report highlights first non-refrigerated yoghurt
Shelf life extension, portion control, microwavable materials, re-closing features, moisture absorbing layers and built-in security are some of packaging highlights in The Amcor 2014 Sustainability Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).
Danone, URC agree deal to establish Philippine beverage JV
Danone has sealed a deal with Philippine food and beverage firm Universal Robina Corporation (URC) to establish a joint venture to manufacture beverages in the country.
FSA promises probe after sheep's milk protein found in UK goats' cheese
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has promised an investigation after several samples of goats' cheese sold in Britain were found to contain up to 80% sheep's cheese.
Sample that: Dietz & Watson takes up Listeria tech
Dietz & Watson has cut time to result by days by using Sample6 technology to test, find and remediate Listeria before products leave one of its plants.