Europe could upset return to dairy price stability
International dairy prices now stand in “a more comfortable range” but a spike in EU production this spring could spark another major fall, according to Rabobank.
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Gene breakthrough could produce extra sweet tomatoes
Israeli and American scientists have developed a sweet and plentiful variety of tomato, which may cater to consumer demand for natural products.
EPIC study finds ‘weak’ link for fruit and veg against cancer
The potential of fruit and vegetables to reduce the risk of cancer is only “very weak”, say the results of a study with half a million Europeans.
Food innovation driven by vertical integration and networks
The more food companies work with different levels of the food supply chain and network with external partners, the more innovative they are likely to be, a study of the Danish food industry has found.
Shoppers continue to switch to private label: Survey
Four in ten US shoppers have ditched a branded product in favor of a private label alternative, according to a poll of 800 shoppers conducted by GfK for the Private Label Manufacturers Association.
UK company targets North American market for sodium reduction
UK-based Alexander Foods has partnered with Canadian distributor Nealanders to provide its SaltRite salt replacement product to Canadian and US food manufacturers, the company has said.
Monsanto profits fall on lower Roundup prices
Monsanto reported a decline in profits for the second quarter of fiscal 2010 on Wednesday and warned that it was unlikely that it would meet its longer-term profit forecasts.
GM-derived lipase set for approval in Australia, NZ
DSM’s lipase enzyme from GM Aspergillus niger is set to be approved by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand, opening up opportunities for bakers to use it as a processing aid.
Food retail prices stubbornly resist the recession
New data has revealed that food price inflation remains a reality despite the global recession and the spike in prices that preceded it.
Natural antimicrobial-treated MAPs extend poultry shelf-life
A combined chitosan and thyme treatment with modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) can extend the shelf-life of ready-to-cook poultry products, according to new research.
Australia may reclassify some weight loss drugs as foods
Mooted revisions to regulations governing drugs and supplements in Australia may see weight management products ruled by food regulations, where previously they may have been governed by drug law, TGA discussions have revealed.