Special alfatoxin measures target repeat offenders
Updated EU rules on aflatoxin contamination crack down on repeat offenders such as Egypt, China, Iran and Turkey, and will affect imports of supplies such as peanuts, pistachios, and dried fruit.
Archives for September 14, 2006
Chocolate lovers go straight to the source
Swiss chocolate maker Lindt & Sprungli is the latest company jumping on the trend for greater consumer transparency in cocoa sourcing.
China trade summit opens up opportunities
The third EU-China Business Summit in Helsinki was designed to strengthen economic cooperation between the two blocs, a move that will have a significant impact on Europe's food industry.
EFSA: 'Insufficient data' for full GM risk assessment
EFSA's GMO Panel has said there is 'insufficient data to provide a full risk assessment' on GM rice LLRICE601.
Guest Article
The dollar value of corporate brands
Branding specialists CoreBrand have shown that the corporate brand of food and beverage companies is a key asset to boost sales. Chief executive officer James Gregory tells FoodNavigator-USA.com why.
Raisio is less optimistic over 2006 outlook
Finnish food group Raisio has downgrades its expectations for full-year 2006 as it grapples with the weak performance by its Finnish, Swedish and Russian food business and diagnostics, and carries the costs of restructuring.
California dairy body provides guidance for lactose intolerant kids
A Californian nutrition council has announced some simple strategies that can be implemented in order to encourage lactose-intolerant children to consume the recommended daily servings of dairy products.
Second food revolution needed to feed the world
The FAO has called for a second Green Revolution to feed the world's growing population while preserving natural resources.
Food allergens still threaten US foods
Some food manufacturers are not doing enough to prevent the cross contamination of their products by allergens, according to a survey by the US food regulator.
Book review
Traceability made easier
A new book gives food industry managers an expert look at the legal requirements on traceability and the strategies and tools available to fulfill them.