Baby food fortification: Norway gives in to Brussels
The Norwegian government has reportedly given up its long-running fight against the EU regulations permitting the addition of minerals, vitamins and amino acids to baby food.
Archives for March 5, 2002
Food poisoning risks linked to organic farming
A trend away from pesticides and towards organic production could be placing our health at risk, claim food scientists in the US this week. The claim that fruit and vegetables grown on manure could be harbouring unseen pathogens that could make the...
New branding for Cargill food
Under the theme, 'There's a new Cargill taking shape,' Cargill recently announced a new brand strategy that focuses on helping farm and food customers succeed, the company claimed. A new corporate identity, or logo, has been introduced to symbolise...
Mexican baker completes Canadian purchase
Mexico's Grupo Bimbo, the world's number three bread-maker, said on Monday it had completed a previously announced acquisition of the US baking unit of Canada's George Weston for $610 million (E702.5m), Reuters reports.
Calorie counting on food labels number one consumer pursuit
Consumers may check the calorie and fat content on the food labels but despite ongoing efforts in the food industry the consumer is still confused when reading the label.