First quarter bears fruit for Frutarom
Frutarom has reported a positive start to 2010, indicated that the acquisition-hungry firm is back on track after a tough 12 months.
Archives for May 16, 2010
Australian food firms commit to slashing salt
Food companies in Australia have committed to significant reductions in salt levels in their products, mirroring similar efforts across the globe as public awareness and industry pressures rise.
SunOpta sells Canadian food distribution assets
SunOpta has announced the sale of its Canadian food distribution business, which the firm says is part a strategy to focus on its core manufacturing platform.
Could taurine help reduce acrylamide in foods?
Taurine, the ingredient most famously linked to energy drinks, may help reduce levels of acrylamide in foods, suggests new research from Korea.
IOM report: One step forward, two steps back
The call for better biomarkers to substantiate health claims is a bold and timely move, but we need to move away from trying to judge foods as pharmaceuticals.
GLG Life Tech seeks stevia market development in India
Stevia supplier GLG Life Tech has announced that it is looking to develop agricultural and extraction facilities for stevia in India, as well as market its stevia extracts in the nation.
What the new prime minister could mean for the FSA
Sue Davies, chief policy advisor at Which?, discusses issues of transparency and keeping up momentum on public health elements of the Food Standards Agency under David Cameron's coalition.