Bad Florida basil triggers FDA traceback operation
Fresh basil, the most probable source of an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness in Florida earlier this year, is now the target of an FDA traceback operation, writes Anthony Fletcher.
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Stallman challenges sugar industry over CAFTA
American Farm Bureau Federation president Bob Stallman agues that the sugar industry is wrong to oppose the ratification of the Central American Free Trade Agreement, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Australian drought threatens wheat supply
Australia, the world's second largest wheat exporter, may be facing up to a 30 per cent fall in its grain production this year, says a report released yesterday by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economies (ABARE), writes Lorraine...
Natraceutical turns to shareholders in Obipekin and Overseal deal
Spanish biotech firm Natraceutical will seek approval from shareholders for a capital extension of €40 million to help finance the acquisition of UK food ingredients business Braes Group.
Snack sales eroding on market alternatives
Makers of snacks and crisps need new ways to tempt consumers as competition from alternative healthier snack products start to erode sales in Europe's biggest market, the UK.
Dairy fat not linked to weight gain, new study
In a new extensive study set to fuel the ongoing debate about the health benefits of milk, researchers find dietary calcium and skimmed milk are linked to weight gain, while dairy fat is not.
UK wants more flexibility on food waste disposal
The UK will ask the European Commission to extend a concession on the implementation next year of a directive banning manufacturers and retailers from disposing food of animal origin in thecountry's landfills, reports Ahmed ElAmin.
Ingredients business news
Ingredients companies including Cargill and Chr Hansen are expanding facilities and picking up acquisitions in order to meet growing global demand, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Bacteria contribute to bubble size and persistence in sparkling wine
Spanish researchers show for the first time that bacteria, in addition to yeast, are involved in the secondary fermentation of the sparkling wine Cava.