New ZealandNut spread recalled amid allergy fearsA major supermarket chain has issued a recall of a breakfast spread over fears it contains traces of peanuts, which could pose a danger for those with a peanut allergy.27 Sep 02:05 AM
New ZealandAussie growers dismiss tomato food safety concernsThe debate over importing Australian tomatoes which have been zapped with radiation has been driven by fierce trans-Tasman rivalry rather than legitimate food safety concerns, growers across the ditch say.01 May 08:49 PM
LifestyleDiabetes risk in one daily drinkDrinking one can of fizzy drink a day can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by a fifth, researchers have found.30 Apr 06:54 AM
AgribusinessFonterra's new China pushFonterra will launch its own infant formula brand in China this year as it looks to grab a slice of the booming market for the product in the Asian superpower.07 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleSoft drinks depression linkA study has linked soft drinks to depression - with diet versions particularly problematic. Coffee, however, appeared to have the opposite effect.09 Jan 02:55 AM
ManufacturingOnus on makers to prove claimsMisleading nutrition and health claims about food will be stopped under new regulations on labelling.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBakery owner fined over cockroachesThe owner of an Auckland bakery has been sentenced for breaching standards by having a "severe cockroach infestation" in her premises.17 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ 'needs own food standards'There are 18 food additives allowed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand that are banned in other countries.25 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandShocking finds in your foodA high-tech tracking device embedded in a chocolate bar is among hundreds of bizarre objects found in found.14 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandKey bats away talk of cronyismThe PM has dismissed accusations of cronyism in the Govt's choice of appointments to boards and working groups.03 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandCoca Cola criticised over water recallCoca-Cola has been pulled up by health authorities for the way it recalled flavoured water that made 11 people sick.23 May 03:50 AM
BusinessComplaint upheld over A2 milk advertisementThe ASA has upheld a complaint against a supermarket advertisement for A2 milk, saying the beneficial claims are not backed up by evidence.18 Jan 10:15 PM
New ZealandStores pull spinach, salads after health alertSalad and spinach products sold in three supermarket chains are being recalled because of fears they contain a food-poisoning bacteria.17 Jan 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>Steve Mackenzie:</i> Crunch time looms for hospitality tradeThe hospitality business is about to get a shake up by way of a long-awaited Food Bill that will focus on food safety, writes Steve Mackenzie.01 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandContaminated whitebait warningWhitebait caught from sewage-contaminated rivers could end up on the plates of unsuspecting diners at restaurants and cafes.05 Oct 06:50 PM
