Brussels calls for risk analysis on GM ingredients
GM ingredients highlighted again on the Brussels agenda with the Commission calling for a risk assessment of the impact genetically modified foodstuffs might have on human health.
Archives for March 29, 2005
Seed success ups Monsanto's earnings
Monsanto yesterday raised its estimates for the company's second-quarter earnings on the back of successful results from its seeds and traits business.
Shell lubricant offers canners cleaner sealing
Shell has developed a lubricant that it claims poses no threat to human health and will not affect product odour and taste should it come into contact with food.
Nutrient packed carrots change color
One US scientist wants to make the humble orange carrot pack a bigger health punch by boosting its nutrients, and thereby changing its color, reports Philippa Nuttall.
Western food makers source Chinese organic ingredients
Food makers sourcing organic ingredients from the West are gradually turning to China as the ambitious country makes strides in organic production, reports Lindsey Partos.
US food giants attacked over 'low sugar' claims
An American woman has launched a lawsuit aimed at food companies including Kraft Foods, General Mills and Kellogg alleging that "low sugar" breakfast cereals are leading the customer astray.
Innovation needed for Russian retail space shortage
A shortage of fresh retail space and growing environmental concern in Russia present opportunities for innovative food storage and display unit suppliers, as Italian firm Arneg has shown, reports Angela Drujinina and Chris Mercer.
Brand security event brings product piracy into focus
An upcoming global conference on brand protection, product authentication, document security and RFID industries should provide the food industry with plenty of food for thought.
Excise hike threatens Romanian luxury producers
Romanian luxury products and beer producers say their survival is threatened by the increase of the production and utilities excises in the build up to the country's new Fiscal Code, yet analysts believe consumer price rises are more likely, reports...
EU states call for acrylamide research update
Member states have called for more information and full presentation of findings on acrylamide, a harmful chemical identified in baked and fried foods, reports Lindsey Partos.
Impact of salmon farms on wild salmon uncovered
A new study suggests that the transfer of parasitic sea lice from salmon farms to wild salmon populations is much larger and more extensive than previously believed.
Russia moves to cut hard cheese imports
Russia draws the wrath of the dairy exporting community, after imposing a duty hike of more than 100 per cent on hard cheese imports, Tom Armitage reports.