Archives for February 3, 2006

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Fonterra partners US dairy for whey protein research

By  Chris Mercer

Fonterra, New Zealand's largest dairy co-operative, has formed a research partnership with the US dairy industry, in an international approach to promoting and proving health claims for dairy products.

FDA could require labeling of insect-derived red food dye

By  staff reporter

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may soon require food companies to label the presence of insect-derived red color additives cochineal extract or carmine, on the basis that these may lead to severe allergic reactions.

Parmalat to take on Bank of America

By  Anthony Fletcher

Parmalat can proceed with its legal action against Bank of America over the dairy company's financial collapse in 2003, according to a US judge.

Irradiation study shows improvement, says HFMA

By  Anthony Fletcher

The results from an FSA study into the occurrence of irradiated ingredients in food supplements shows that the industry is tackling the problem, argues the HFMA.

Opinions differ as schools prepare for nutritional standards

By  Lorraine Heller

As the date approaches for US schools to submit nutritional guidelines for food and beverage products sold on campus, a new study reveals that principals and food service directors have different perceptions on food policy.