Budget cuts undermining food safety, warns EFSA
EFSA has expressed serious concern that the EU's proposed budget cut could seriously undermine food safety in Europe.
Archives for January 25, 2006
Ahold restructuring continues, sales announced
International retailing giant Ahold is to slash a further 850 jobs in the US as it continues its streamlining and restructuring efforts, it emerged this week.
Study finds insufficient evidence for omega-3/cancer link
A new review study has poured water on claims that there is sufficient evidence to support a link between omega-3 consumption and a reduced risk of cancer.
Technology boost for Europe's GM industry
A new technological innovation aims to put Europe's biotech industry on a level footing with its American counterpart.
Obesity lawsuits loom for soft drinks industry
A lawsuit aimed at getting soft drinks firms out of US schools on obesity grounds is now ready to go, says one of the leading lawyers involved to BeverageDaily.com, as new research suggests obesity litigation will become the next 'tobacco'.
Waste reduction key to manufacturing success
Food manufacturers could save up to £1,000 per employee by using more effective waste management techniques, says UK-based environmental agency Envirowise.
Scots blacklist haggis
The good name of haggis, Scotland's famous national dish, has been sullied through its association with the likes of chicken nuggets and turkey twizzlers in a newly published government report.
Novozymes looks to build on strong 2005 performance
Enzymes giant Novozymes' solid performance in 2005 is reflected not only in healthy profits, but also in recognition for its innovation.
McCormick to cut jobs and customers in restructuring
Leading spice company McCormick is to slice away at its customers, products and employees as it embarks on a three year restructuring plan to improve sales and profit margins.
Consumer protection acts biggest threat in obesity litigation
When it comes to using litigation as a strategy to combat obesity, food manufacturers should be most wary of lawsuits based on consumer protection acts, according to a new report that examines the application of tobacco litigation methods to obesity...