GM labelling imminent in Australia
The Australia New Zealand Food Authority (ANZFA) this week released a new consumer pamphlet explaining the new labelling rules for genetically modified (GM) foods which will come into effect on the 7 December 2001.
Archives for December 4, 2001
Consumer demands new flavours for instant food market
Instant foods are set to enjoy continued growth of five per cent a year although the competition in the industry is intensifying.
Laboratory fiasco further dents consumer faith in food safety
Government scientists at the centre of a botched study in which cow brains were used in a test for BSE in sheep were most likely confused by badly labelled sample bottles, an independent auditor said on Friday.
Meat hygiene improves in UK
The UK meat industry has witnessed a general reduction in non-compliances in meat hygiene teams this year, a Food Standards Agency report reveals this week.
Low-fat french fries from rice
Scientists at the US Agriculture Research Service (ARS) are cooking up a new kind of french fry for health-conscious consumers who can not resist the fast-food favourite.
Infant formula dominates nutrition markets
The U.S. ethical nutrition market is divided into four very distinct categories: the infant formula market, adult enteral formula, parenteral formula and ethical nutrition supplies and equipment markets.
New evidence on Vitamin E benefits
A new study published recently adds to the growing body of evidence in understanding the role of vitamin E in health.