Non-EU markets fuel UK food export growth
Food and drink trade figures for the first half of 2010 show that UK exports have risen by 8.1% compared to the same period of 2009, with non-EU markets fuelling growth.
Archives for September 21, 2010
ADM Cocoa’s expansion reflects Eastern European sales focus
ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) Cocoa has appointed new managers to reflect its expansion and Eastern European sales focus, while an announcement on new European research centres is imminent.
Researchers developing more accurate salmonella subtyping after egg recall
Researchers at Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences have said they are developing a method to more accurately identify salmonella strains – which could help scientists identify the source of an outbreak sooner.
Growing ‘good fats’ demand prompts Minnesota canola plant proposal
PICO Holdings has entered into definitive agreements to build a new canola processing plant in Minnesota to help meet growing demand for canola oil, the company has said.
'Unique' fermentation process wins Isobionics an innovation award
A “unique” flavour fermentation process developed by Dutch biotechnology company Isobionics has won a 2010 Frost & Sullivan Global Technology Innovation Award.
Special edition: Asia
Korea: 'Stringent' regulations promote functional food potential
The Korean functional food market hinges on obtaining the nation’s precious ingredient claim approval, but breaking that barrier opens the floodgates to huge market potential, according to an industry expert.
Human exposure to bisphenol A much higher than previous estimates - study
A leading scientist honoured for his research into bisphenol A (BPA) has urged regulators to take immediate action on the chemical after a new study indicated human exposure to the substance is higher than previously believed.
PureCircle and Tereos target Europe and Brazil for sugar/stevia blends
PureCircle has launched a joint venture with the sugar company Tereos to provide sugar/stevia blends to the European market and gain a stronger international presence through Tereos’ Brazilian facilities.
Do functional foods have a future?
With a demographic time bomb ticking, the demand for foods, drinks and supplements to help people live healthier, more active lives as they get older has never been greater.