Food labelling impact on US - EU trade relations
Contradictory approaches to the regulation of genetically modified (GM) foods could ignite a major trade war with the European Union
Archives for June 13, 2002
Are fat replacers effective?
A new report from the American Heart Association has called into question the efficacy of fat replacers such as olestra, at the same time as highlighting a number of serious side effects relating to vitamin and mineral absorption.
Food industry faces stricter labelling for olive oil use
Food manufacturers keen to use the positive image of olive oil will have to follow strict guidelines laid down by the European Commission on Thursday. The Commission has adopted new rules that detail clearer marketing standards for olive oil intended...
Atisholz launches natural yeast extracts
In a bid to gain new market share and to maximise on the trend towards natural foods, Swiss nutritional yeast company Atisholz announced this week that it is to extend its product line to include yeast extracts based on the torula strain
Health trend changes face of snacking
The UK snacks sector is coming under increasing pressure from competing markets with sugar and chocolate confectionery particularly hard hit by the consumer desire for a healthier lifestyle, according to a new report from market analysts Mintel
Del Monte absorbs Heinz brands
US food group Heinz is to spin off a range of famous brands in order to focus on its fast-growing ketchup business, the company said on Thursday.