Opinion
Information-sharing needs to be transparent
Dionisis Theodosis, group chemistry technical manager at Eurofins Food Testing UK & Ireland, discusses the need for harmonisation and information-sharing across industry.
Archives for November 7, 2019
Progress on hospital food standards before 2020
Plans to boost ready-to-eat food standards in hospitals could deliver ‘real progress’ before 2020.
RSSL urges allergen guidance
Reading Scientific Services (RSSL) has called for greater guidance on allergens to assist with firms’ plans to administer safe free-from products.
New centre addresses engineering skills gap
A new training centre to tackle the shortage of skilled engineers in the food and drink industry has been officially opened by Sheffield Hallam University.
William Jackson Food Group appoints new chief executive
William Jackson Food Group (WJFG) – owner of the MyFresh, Wellocks and Jacksons Yorkshire’s Champion brands – has named James Watson as its new chief executive.
Nestlé to develop plant-based products from microalgae
Global food giant Nestlé is partnering with ingredients firm Corbion to explore the use of microalgae in plant-based products.
Growth of direct-to-consumer boosts Arla and Ugly Drinks
Adopting a direct-to-consumer (DTC) approach can open up new markets and help funnel sales into existing retail markets, according to two major players in the space.
Milan plays host to oven innovation
Host Milan (18–22 October) provided an opportunity for several firms to introduce new cooking and baking equipment and technology.
New jobs to follow Mackie’s machinery spend
Scottish ice cream producer Mackie’s is to create new jobs at its Aberdeen site, after investing £250,000 in new machinery to help meet increased demand through exports.