Romanian GM ban slammed by biotech industry
Europes biotech industry has criticised Romania's proposed ban on transgenic soybeans, claiming that the decision will negatively impact both the European food industry and consumers.
Archives for February 23, 2006
UK survey finds pollutant levels in most fish continue to fall
Surveys of fish eaten in the UK show that levels of pollutants such as dioxins and PCBs in most fish are continuing to fall.
More evidence that grape juice may 'reverse' brain aging
Drinking Concord grape juice appears to reverse the course of neuronal and behavioural aging in rats, an effect that is proposed to be due to the complex mix of polyphenols.
Milk alliance to help with 'special products'
Finnish dairy company Valio, and Germany's biggest dairy company Nordmilch eG have announced an alliance that will enable them to concentrate capacity for 'special products' like functional milks and probiotics.
Givaudan's new flavour head has work cut out
The announcement that Mauricio Graber will take over as head of Givaudan's flavours division comes after the firm reported modest flavour results for 2005.
Kraft to target health, convenience and premium trends
US manufacturer Kraft Foods has announced a "fewer, bigger, better" policy, concentrating on crucial brands in key areas as the firm suffers from lagging performance.
Researchers study chemicals in food and effect on fetus
A study on maternal exposure to chemicals found in foods, could potentially do damage to manufacturers' attempts to assure the public that processed products are safe to eat.
Heinz-HP deal in the can
Britain's Competition Commission (CC) has granted provisional clearance for Heinz' acquisition of HP's leading sauce and canned goods brands - and looks set to give full consent in April.
EU approves bird flu vaccination in France, Netherlands
The EU's controversal approval of decisions by France and the Netherlands' to start vaccinating their poultry highlights the fault lines in the bloc's response to avian influenza.
EC warns of looming sugar oversupply
The European Commission argues that quotas will have to be cut for the 2006/07 marketing year to prevent a serious oversupply of sugar.
Industry targets creation of perfect sports drink
The addition of protein to a carbohydrate-containing beverage provides benefits superior to traditional carbohydrate based beverages, claims the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) on sports nutrition and performance.