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Serbian Milk Processors sign agreement to boost milk process
The Serbian National Milk Processors Association (SEDA) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the European Dairy Association (EDA) to promote milk processing in Serbia.
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The 2011 FoodBev.com Awards, winners & finalists
FoodBev.com is happy to announce the finalists, runners-up and winners in the inaugural 2011 FoodBev.com Awards.
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MEPs veto ‘misleading’ food labelling changes
The European Parliament has blocked changes to labelling that would have allowed new ‘percentage less’ claims on nutrition content, such as sugar, salt and fat.
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FrieslandCampina to acquire Imlek and Mlekara Subotica
FrieslandCampina and Salford Capital Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the acquisition of Imlek and Mlekara Subotica.
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Dannon reveals 2012 Next Generation Nutrition grants
Applications for the seventh annual Dannon Next Generation Nutrition grants are now available on the Dannon website under the ‘Dannon Cares’ section.
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Financial news, 2 February 2012: Unilever, Dairy Crest
The latest financial news for 2 February 2012 includes Unilever, Dairy Crest, Embotelladora Andina, Compania Cervecerias Unidas and Coca-Cola Embonor.
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What do you want from functional food and drink in 2012?
When it comes to functional beverages, consumers demand products that provide prolonged and balanced energy as well as mental performance enhancement.
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Turkish Yoghurt from Lindahls
Swedish dairy company Lindahls is launching its Turkish-style yogurt in the UK.
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FSA publishes priorities on science and evidence
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published its *Forward Evidence Plan for 2012.*
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Ben & Jerry’s franchisees help communities in the Bahamas
Over 200 Ben & Jerry’s franchisees, managers, staff and friends gathered to help rehabilitate two separate underserved recreational areas while in the Bahamas for their Global Franchise Meeting.
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Finalists announced in the 2011 FoodBev.com Awards
The finalists of the FoodBev.com Awards 2011 will be chosen by a panel of experts this week, with the winners being announced via an online video shortly thereafter.
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Praise for inclusion of dairy in new school lunch guidelines
Dean Foods has commended the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for recognising the importance of dairy in the revised nutrition standards for school lunches.
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Daily dose of enriched milk can help with gout, says study
A study, supported by Fonterra, has shown that a daily dose of skimmed milk, enriched with two value add ingredients naturally found in dairy products, may reduce the frequency of gout flares.
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Saputo recalls milk contaminated with cleaner
Saputo in collaboration with the CFIA is warning the public not to consume partly skimmed milk 2% microfiltered Trutaste Neilson brand because it may contain a cleaning solution.
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ChocMelts inclusions from Barry Callebaut
Barry Callebaut is launching soft melting ice cream chocolate bites called ChocMelts inclusions.
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Global dairy products market to reach $494bn by 2015
New research shows that the global dairy products industry continues to be one of the most dynamic markets worldwide.
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Teck and BASF enter partnership to reduce zinc deficiency
BASF, (Germany), and Teck Resources (Canada), have signed a three year agreement to develop innovative and affordable zinc fortification and supplementation solutions.
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The return of Softer Butter by Kerrygold
Kerrygold’s Softer Butter has returned to shelves in 155 Sainsbury’s stores around the UK.
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Rachel’s Pear & Plum Yogurt
Rachel’s Limited Edition Low Fat Pear & Plum Yogurt is available in Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose, Booths and Ocado from February 2012, priced at £1.59 for a 450g big pot.
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DWF acts on behalf of First Milk in Wiseman and Müller deal
Business law firm, DWF, has acted on behalf of dairy farmer cooperative, First Milk, in relation to the recent Robert Wiseman Dairies and Müller deal.
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IDFA concerned about lack of milk variety in US schools
The IDFA has commended the USDA for highlighting the nutritional role that dairy products play in the final regulations governing the reimbursable school meal programme that has been released.
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Controversial billboards warn US that cheese makes you fat
Two huge billboards warn Albany residents that eating cheese poses a health risk and contributes to the area’s high obesity rates.
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Irish dairy board secures €100m for dairy expansion
The Irish Dairy Board (IDB) has completed the re-financing of its existing €250m syndicated banking facility replacing it with a new three year syndicated bank loan facility of €350m.
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OptiSol 5000 guar replacement
Glanbia Nutritionals’ OptiSol 5000 ingredient, a technically proven replacement for guar and other gum systems, is a flaxseed-based ingredient.
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New method for assessing dairy cows’ welfare from EFSA
Animal-based measures to assess the welfare of dairy cows and pigs are effective and should be used wherever possible, according to recent scientific advice from the European Food Safety Authority (EF
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Are you a dishonest dieter?
Have you ever eaten a chocolate bar on a diet when no one can see, so you can tell yourself it doesn’t count?
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Danone launches new Actimel campaign and TV ad
Danone has launched a new campaign: ‘The little bottle with a lot inside for drinking yogurt, Actimel’.
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Arla to invest in ‘stronger dairy structure’
In 2012, Arla Foods will invest in a stronger dairy structure, the processing of whey ingredients and more focus on growth markets, with the aim of increasing Arla’s international competitiveness.
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Fonterra says Raw Milk Regulations will line foreign pockets
Fonterra has said that the New Zealand Government’s proposed change to the Raw Milk Regulations won’t work and warns that New Zealanders will subsidise increasingly foreign-owned dairy processors.
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Glanbia invests $15m in new US cheese headquarters
Irish dairy firm Glanbia will establish new corporate s for its US cheese operations in Twin Falls, Idaho at a cost of $15m (€11.6m).
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Horizon Organic increases pay price for family farmers
Horizon Organic has confirmed a short-term pay price increase and extension to its more than 600 family farmers.
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Kellogg’s characters join US Milk Moustache campaign
Smiles, cereal and a white upper lip. That’s what iconic Kellogg’s characters Snap!, Crackle!, and Pop!, Mini and Tony The Tiger deliver in their first-ever Milk Moustache advert.
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Jobs at risk as Adams Foods closes Somerset operations
Following discussions with its local workforce, Adams Foods (UK) has confirmed that it is to cease its operations in Wincanton over the coming months.
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Benecol Fat Free Yogurts and Fruit Layer Yogurts
McNeil Nutritionals, the company behind Benecol, is expanding its yogurts portfolio with the launch of Fat Free Yogurts and Fruit Layer Yogurts. RRP £2.39 per pack of four.
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European Commission addresses gaps in EU’s animal welfare
New plans from the European Commission (EC) aims to address gaps in EU’s animal welfare legislation, providing better protection for animals and empowering consumers to shop wisely.
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Lifeway Foods launches campaign to support maternal health
Lifeway Foods, a supplier of kefir and organic kefir cultured dairy products, has launched its national Every Mother Counts (EMC) Sweepstakes and fundraising campaign to support maternal health.
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Dairy alternatives worth $1.33bn in 2011, says report
Total retail sales of soy milk, almond milk, rice milk and other plant milks reached $1.33bn in 2011, according to *Dairy Alternative Beverages in the US,* a recently released report.
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Warrnambool to supply new dairy brand to Coles
Coles and Warrnambool Cheese and Butter (WCB) have joined forces to create a new Australian dairy brand. The new brand, Great Ocean Road, will be sold exclusively through Coles.
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Fair Trade USA updates Multiple Ingredients Product Policy
Fair Trade USA, the third-party certifier of Fair Trade products in the US, has unveiled a newly redesigned certification label and significant revisions to its Multiple Ingredients Product Policy.
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Glanbia implements new labelling system
Glanbia, one of Ireland’s food manufacturers, has implemented a print and apply solution from Zetes.
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Dannon Super Bowl ad to feature actor John Stamos
The Dannon Company has revealed that the first-ever Super Bowl yogurt commercial will feature Dannon Oikos Greek yogurt and actor John Stamos.
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New Zealand Dairy Woman of the Year award announced
The Dairy Women’s Network has teamed up with Fonterra to offer New Zealand’s first, annual Dairy Woman of the Year award.
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Fonterra breaks exports record in December
Fonterra has broken its record for the highest export month with 246,000 tonnes of dairy products loaded on ships during December 2011 boosting New Zealand’s economy by $1.3 billion for the month.
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New Spanish Confectionery Association is formed
Five associations of the sweet market have become together into a new association, the Spanish Confectionery Association (PRODULCE).
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Natural yogurt sales boost as Australians focus on health
Latest statistics published by an Australian research survey company, Roy Morgan, suggest Australians are increasingly choosing natural yogurt.
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Event preview: The Natural Food Show 2012
FoodBev.com presents a brief overview of who’s showing what at The Natural Food Show in London in April 2012.
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Taywell’s Ice Cream lands Costco deal
Taywell, a UK luxury ice cream and sorbet maker, has officially gone nationwide for the first time after winning a listing with wholesaler Costco.
Opinion
Wise move from Wiseman?
Dairy Innovation editor Geoff Platt considers the Müller takeover of Robert Wiseman Dairies in the UK.
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£300,000 to promote Scottish beef and lamb in Europe
Support for Scotch Beef and Scotch Lamb is being ramped up with £300,000 additional funding to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) to encourage growth in key European exports.
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New image for Pilgrims Choice cheese
Pilgrims Choice is relaunching its cheese brand, with new packaging and new brand identity. The fully integrated campaign supporting the new brand image will be revealed later in the year.