The food safety ministry said worker error is suspected to have caused the recent mixing of cleaning solution in some Maeil Dairies' milk products, requesting a one-month business suspension on the company's plant responsible for the incident.
The withdrawal is limited to Maeil Milk Original in 200 milliliters (6.76 fluid ounces) cantons, with an expiry date of Feb. 16, 2025, produced at the company’s Gwangju factory.
Korean American chef Edward Lee became the ambassador of Korean dairy brand Maeil Dairies, the company announced Friday.
Sustainability and convenience were on the mind of Korean food brands as they showcased their products — many of them highlighting their plant-based or ready-to-eat items — at SIAL Paris, Europe’s largest food innovation trade show.
Korean dairy companies are poised to raise milk prices, but the increases are limited in response to government concerns over possible "milkflation."
Prices of Seoul Milk products will increase 6 percent on average starting Nov. 17 due to the hiked prices of raw milk, according to Seoul Dairy Cooperative Thursday.
Food and beverage companies are rolling out products that are high in protein to respond to heightened demand as the pandemic gives rise to health concerns — and people fretting about not getting enough physical activity.
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