European biotech group slams labelling rules
Changes to toughen current EU legislation on the labelling of genetically modified foods were heavily criticised by Europe's largest biotechnology lobby this week.
Archives for July 9, 2002
Cost-cutting boosts 2Q for Hershey
US confectionery group Hershey Foods on Tuesday sweetened its second-quarter earnings forecast amid cost cutting and anticipated demand for the Halloween and back-to-school seasons, reports CBS Marketwatch.
Danisco tackles vanilla market
Vanilla, recognised as the world's most popular flavour, has had a rough ride in recent years with the price rising steeply as a result of tropical storms and a highly contested presidential election in Madagascar, the country that accounts for over...
Linking fat and a longer life
New European-funded research could be moving science a step closer to understanding the complexities of obesity development in Europe, which in turn would help health professionals to provide effective, evidence-based dietary advice.
Can soya help reduce risk of breast cancer?
New research from the National University of Singapore and the Cancer Research organisation suggests a strong link between soya and lower breast cancer risk and suggests a possible reason for the protective effect.