Archives for March 7, 2006

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Study supports benefits of organic food

By  Anthony Fletcher

A new academic study strongly backs the organic sector's claim that it is a viable environmentally friendly alternative to conventional agriculture.

Danisco gears up for EU sugar reform

By  Anthony Fletcher

Danisco says that the finalisation of the new EU sugar regime and the recently announced transitional measures will not affect the firm's planned efficiency drive.

Carbon monoxide use 'safe' says industry body

By  Ahmed ElAmin

The issue over the use of carbon monoxide additives in meat continues to simmer in the US, with an industry body claiming that the potential food scare is a myth created by consumer groups and companies acting out of self-interest.

Quest launches allergen free nut flavours

By  Anthony Fletcher

Flavour firm Quest has developed an allergen-free flavour range that perfectly mimics nut flavours without actually being derived from nuts.

Coatings reduce fat in battered fish production

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Coating fish with alginate, pectin, gellan gum or even water markedly reduces fat absorbtion in the final production of par-fried fish fillets, researchers have discovered.