Almond crop decrease suggests rising prices
The most recent forecast for this year's California almond crop signals a decline on that reaped 12 months ago, heralding an almost certain price rise, reports Philippa Nuttall.
Archives for May 12, 2005
Iron overload, scientists explore food fortification
Feeding the debate on food fortification, researchers in the US find that iron-fortified foodstuffs do not pose a health risk to people who absorb "too much iron".
Indian chilli exports double, despite Sudan scare
Exports of chilli and chilli products from India have not been affected by the discovery of banned red colours in European processed foods, claims an upbeat Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
National Starch praised for innovation
National Starch, which recently changed its name to focus attention on its innovative nature, has been rewarded for its efforts.
Dairy protein maker offers soy as alternative to pricy caseinates
French dairy ingredients firm Armor Proteines has added a US-produced soy protein isolate to its range to give customers an alternative to the increasingly expensive caseinates, reports Dominique Patton.
Organic juice market maintains strong double digit growth
Private label organic juices are boosting sales volumes, helping to propel the organic juice sales in North America to increase by a considerable 21.4 per cent in 2005, claims UK market analysts Organic Monitor.
Sweetener blend from Tate & Lyle targets cereal bars
Cereal bar makers looking to slash carbohydrate and sugar levels could find the solution in a new 'rebalance system' from sweetener supplier Tate & Lyle, the company claims, writes Lindsey Partos.
Nanotech discovery promises safer food packaging
A UK research institute believes it has identified safe and effective antimicrobial nanoparticles for food packaging, a discovery that could revolutionise how food is packaged in the future.
Russia crackdown as food fraud runs rife
Fake food and drink products in Russia control up to 94 per cent of the market in some sectors and their numbers are rising in others as authorities redouble efforts to fight back, says the country's consumer agency in a special interview with Angela...