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Memphis-based manufacturer of value-added processed meats, Monogram Food Solutions, will invest $36.475m in expanding its meat snacks production operation in Virginia.
American agricultural and industrial conglomerate Cargill is planning to invest around $1bn in Indonesia over the next three to four years, with special focus on the poultry sector.
Dutch companies JFPT/foodlife and Cool Wave Processing have worked together to develop a new cold press technology, said to be the first that meets European hygiene standards.
India's Health and Family Welfare Ministry has recently issued a notice inviting suggestions on two schemes under the Food Safety Standards Regulations (FSSR) 2011, estimated at Rs1,750cr ($282m), to enhance...
Own-label software company Trace One has said that while efforts have been made to address the EU's upcoming Food Information Regulation (FIR) legislation, mistakes may have still been made by...
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has established a primary control zone in British Columbia after a detecting avian influenza at a fifth farm in the region.
Tests carried out by China's Food and Drug Administration have found excess bacteria in barrelled water from drinking water companies, including Wahaha, Robust and C'estbon.
British food manufacturer Premier Foods has said it will simplify the details of its 'Invest for Growth' programme, following reports that it requested large funds from suppliers to continue contracts.
Global confectioners The Hershey Company has acquired North America-based The Allan Candy Company for an undisclosed amount.
The European Union has given member states the option of banning use of genetically modified (GM) crops despite the approval for cultivation by the 28-nation bloc's food safety authority.
