Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Europe was first confirmed in 2016 in Norwegian reindeer and moose, close to Swedish border. Since then, additional cases have been confirmed in Norway, and recently a CWD infected moose was identified also in Finland. CWD is a prion disease and associated with...

This report constitutes a knowledge base for the Public Health Policy Report 2010, providing an in-depth view of public health objective domain 10: Eating habits and food. The report shows the development of determinants in the objective domain, measures implemented in recent years and...

Stricter control is to be enforced on food production and supply, with closer adherence to EU regulations, and penalties for those who do not comply. The elements that form the basis of the new supervisory system are outlined; they cover quality control (including HACCP), coordination between the...

The development of the Swedish food industry since 1995 is described, and its future prospects are examined in the context of: an aging population; globalized food habits; fast and handy foods; heath; and food security. The case of Cerealia, an international group of food companies, is presented as ...

The paper describes the CM role between suppliers and trade in the Swedish food chain. The aim is also to analyze the conditions and circumstances that exist between the processing and distribution sectors.

As traditionally neutral countries, Sweden and Switzerland share a common concern to ensure food supplies in times of international crisis. The article examines Swiss policy on the maintenance of agricultural production in times of peace, as a guarantee of domestic food security in times of...

Eight papers dealing with different aspects of food storage and hygiene are presented. These include the possible effects of long-term storage on food hygiene; food packaging methods; current consumer demand for fresh and safe food; new techniques used in the distribution and storage of vegetables...

The complex negotiations associated with the sale of the Danisco Sugar company are outlined, and the proposed business agreements that followed this are discussed. The outcome for 2008 was an extra 250 million kroner for the beet growers' collective enterprise.

This report deals with the application of sensory criteria for assessing and developing manufactured products within the food industry. Chocolate products were selected for these sensory studies, but it is emphasized that the same methodology could have wide applications. The five sections of the...

The importance of meals for the tourist industry is emphasised, and it is suggested that a successful meal does not only consist of good, preferably local food, but that tourists also expect a memorable lifestyle experience, including an attractive environment, the availability of information...