Food Industry

Alternative protein producers in Australia are resetting after a roller-coaster year that saw stocks dive in some of the world's biggest meat substitute companies. "I think the industry had an incredibly high hype cycle which has caused a whole bunch of problems because people had inflated expectations about what could…

According to Duncan Fraser-Smith, managing partner of Glee Hospitality, the emergence of cloud kitchens has caused a significant disruption in the traditional food industry landscape. Here, he explores how these delivery-only establishments have gained widespread popularity and addresses the crucial question of whether cloud kitchens are destined to succeed. Operational…

The intervention comes as the International Seabed Authority (ISA) meets in Kingston, Jamaica, to discuss proposals by Canada's The Metals Company to exploit seabed minerals in the Pacific.  According to the mining company, the ocean floor is potentially rich in metals like nickel and cobalt which are used as electric vehicle…

Nestle, a leading multinational food and beverage company, has unveiled a range of job opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia, offering competitive salaries reaching up to 6,000 Saudi Riyals. If you have a passion for the food industry and are seeking a fulfilling career, this could…

With the rise of AI in food and beverage sector over the years, there have been heated debates over the wisdom of handing over too much control in the name of automation. One of the most advanced markets in terms of technological advances over the past decade is undoubtedly China,…

Valorising meat by-products is not a new practice: stock has long made from bones and meat scraps; calf rennet used in artisanal cheese production is a by-product of veal production; and offal has long been a popular dish in many parts of the world. But with pressure mounting to produce…

Retired food safety microbiologist Phyllis Entis has announced the official launch of her new book, “TOXIC: From Factory to Food Bowl, Pet Food Is a Risky Business.”  The book delves into the practices behind the scenes of the pet food industry. Entis emphasizes the importance of pet owners educating themselves…

LONDON, June 29 (Reuters) - One of the world's most common artificial sweeteners is set to be declared a possible carcinogen next month by a leading global health body, according to two sources with knowledge of the process, pitting it against the food industry and regulators. Aspartame, used in products…

Grupo Bimbo confession triggers renewed scrutiny of food industry practices For the first time in nearly six years, notable progress has been observed in the investigation of price-fixing in the bread market, initiated in 2015. However, it is noteworthy that this advancement is not attributed to the efforts of the…

NEW YORK, June 22, 2023 /Vwire/ — Introducing a truly unique product to the American snack-food industry is a rare event. Freekeh (“free-kuh”) Harvest® Baked Pita Chips are just that — completely new. Freekeh was discovered around 2300 B.C. by accident. A civil war was raging in the Eastern Mediterranean. Under siege and worried…