‘No growth hormones’ tops consumer concern in animal products
For many consumers, buying a gallon of milk is much more complex than finding the preferred fat content and expiration date. IFT Daily News
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USDA announces stricter animal welfare rules for organic eggs, meat`
According to the Associated Press, organic meat and egg producers will have to abide by stricter animal welfare standards under a new rule announced by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture … Continue Reading →
Animal study: Engineered gut bacteria may prevent obesity-related disease
In a study presented at the American Physiological Society’s Inflammation, Immunity, and Cardiovascular Disease conference, researchers showed that engineered gut bacteria may help reduce the health problems that come with … Continue Reading →
Perdue commits to animal care improvements
Perdue Foods has announced a renewed focus on animal care, which includes a four-part plan that will accelerate its progress in animal care, strengthen relationships with farmers, build trust with … Continue Reading →
General Mills makes progress in nutrition, sustainability, animal welfare
General Mills has released its 2016 Global Responsibility Report, which outlines the company’s goals and progress in the areas of health and wellness, sustainability, workplace, and community engagement. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Purdue breaks ground on two animal sciences buildings
On Nov. 6 Purdue University broke ground for two buildings that will equip faculty, staff, and students with the latest technology to help them meet increasing need for innovation in … Continue Reading →
European Parliament votes to beef up animal cloning ban
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) altered the European Commission’s (EC) initial proposal to ban animal cloning to include the cloning of all farm animals, their descendants, and products derived … Continue Reading →
Animal study: High iron intake may increase appetite
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation shows that dietary iron intake may suppress leptin, a hormone that regulates appetite. IFT Daily News
Animal study: Prebiotic dairy protein may promote digestive health
A study published in the American Journal of Physiology—Gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology shows that the protein glycomacropeptide (GMP) may be used as an alternative protein source for those suffering with … Continue Reading →
Cargill inaugurates Mexican animal feed facility expansion
Cargill inaugurated the expansion of its animal feed facility in Tehuacán, Puebla, Mexico. IFT Daily News