Insight
Key executives share their successes, learning points, market trends and research findings here.
Americas: Researcher discovers soy-based adhesive with strong bonds
A new soy-based adhesive created in Jonathan Wilker’s lab at Purdue University could solve such problems pertaining to having cake pieces stick together in...
Asia Pacific: Deli meats in Adelaide, Australia, show signs of poor hygiene, says Prof
Hygienic food handling and standard food safety protocols are not being practiced at many of Adelaide's supermarket delicatessens, according to a University of Adelaide...
Europe: Food industry needs coordinated policies, finds research
After three years of research, the results from the COMPETE project were presented on 22 September 2015 in the General Agency of the Land...
Americas: Consumers confused about whole grain labels, finds survey
Whole grain labels on cereal, bread, and crackers are confusing to consumers and could cause them to make fewer healthy choices, according to the...
Europe: Pharmactive Biotech Products releases ingredient for weight management
Pharmactive Biotech Products launches CSAT+, a bioactive blend of carob bean extracts with a synergetic effect.
Two animal studies, one published in April 2020, have...
Asia Pacific: Healthy ageing, immunity important business trends
Cardiovascular health, digestive health, general wellbeing, healthy ageing, and immunity are the top five categories that businesses value the most, according to a survey...
World: Convenience foods transform packaging industry, says report
The global food and beverages market is expected to reach US$5.77 trillion by 2017, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) 5.02%.
As...
Americas: Association ‘not surprised’ at report findings on bacteria, antibiotic residues in frozen shrimp
The Consumer Reports study tested 342 samples of frozen shrimp and found harmful bacteria and illegal antibiotic residues in a small percentage.
All samples were...
Europe: Consumers demand natural confectionery, finds GNT survey
Naturalness is a key factor when choosing fruity gums and lollies, according to a survey of 5,000 people aged 18-65 in France, Germany, Italy,...
Europe: Healthy eating remains strong among consumers, report
Healthy nutrition, clean and clear labels, sustainability, convenience, Big Data, and evolving social trends such as eating at home are driving the North American...