Price pitched high for organics in France
Organic products sold at France's big retailers can cost up to 72 per cent more than their non-organic equivalent, finds fresh research that brings the price-organic debate into sharp focus.
Archives for November 17, 2009
Bisphenol A link to male sexual dysfunction challenged
A new study linking high-level workplace exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) to male sexual dysfunction has limited relevance to consumers, said the American Chemistry Council (ACC).
French safety agency perplexed over 'metallic' pine nut
France's food safety agency Afssa has concluded that no scientific 'hypothesis' put forward could explain the phenomenon of the metallic taste signalled by consumers in France after eating pine nuts.
Coke reveals ambitious 2020 growth targets
Coca-Cola has outlined key business goals for 2020 including plans to more than double system revenue from $95bn to $200bn.
No health threat from radiation in UK food chain
The amount of radiation absorbed by the UK population through the food chain remains low and poses no health concerns, said the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
Alleviation of hunger should top CSR agenda
Climate change dominates the CSR agenda but new USDA figures on food insecurity are a sharp reminder that alleviating poverty and hunger should always be the top priority.
French sweet tooth holds sugar opportunities
Opportunities for low-sugar formulations could potentially reside in France with a new study showing eight out of ten French people consume a reduced sugar product at least once a week.
Selenium supplements linked to high cholesterol
Taking selenium supplements may increase cholesterol levels by as much as 10 per cent, according to a new study.
Child food allergies on the rise in the US
There has been an 18 percent increase in reported food allergy among US children between 1997 and 2007, according to new research.
Europeans’ Christmas food spend to remain stagnant
Food and drink makers in Europe can expect little change from last year's fallen Christmas figures but food spending could suffer less than other consumer goods, predicts a report from Deloitte.