China in fake baby food scare
Leading producers of baby food in China are continuing efforts to reassure consumers as the scandal over fake baby food that is said to have killed dozens of babies unfolds, report Simon Pitman and Danny Vincent.
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Ministers decide today on GM maize entry
A biotech battle will take place in Luxembourg today at a meeting of EU15 agriculture ministers that could finally mark the end to the GM ban in Europe, heralding the debut of a raft of GM foods.
Curry spice to ease fatal genetic disease
A compound in the curry spice turmeric appears to correct the cystic fibrosis defect in mice, report Canadian scientists, demonstrating the potential for treating the disease in humans.
Quick salmonella detection
A new system to detect salmonella within 24 hours is being developed by scientists in Spain. The breakthrough is significant as the bacteria is one of the most common causes of food poisoning, and the new process could help food manufacturers limit...
Single food ingredient the cause of obesity ? New study has industry up in arms
Food manufacturers are in the firing line again with scientists suggesting corn syrup and other refined foods could be the cause of the obesity epidemic and the rising rate of type 2 diabetes. The food industry immediately reacts, brandishing recent...