Cured meat firms fear EC nitrite cuts
Processed meat producers worry that the European Commission (EC) could reduce the maximum level of nitrites that are allowed to be used as a preservative in cured meat products such as ham.
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Chia leads consumer drive for ‘superfoods’
The number of products with ‘superfood’ claims has surged in recent years on the back of continuing demand for healthy food, Mintel has found.
Brexit debate
Brexit could have ‘severe’ trade impact on food firms
Brexit could have “severe” consequences for food manufacturers that trade with EU countries, as they could face delivery delays and customs barriers, a logistics supplier has warned.
Food packaging plant accident severs fingers
A London-based food packaging company has been fined £7,000 for safety failings, after an employee lost two fingers in an accident.
Northumbrian Fine Foods to invest £1.2M
Northumbrian Fine Foods (NFF), the gluten-free biscuit manufacturer, is investing £1.2M in new baking production capacity.
Health agenda is a big opportunity for bakery
Foods that tap into the health and wellbeing agenda provide a “massive opportunity” for industry innovators and entrepreneurs – but making money from healthy products remains a huge challenge.