France pledges bird flu aid for poultry industry
The French government has pledged emergency aid for poultry producers in the country affected by the increasing spread of bird flu.
Archives for March 3, 2006
No cancer link found in new aspartame study
A recent study has found that the controversial sweetener aspartame does not increase the incidence of tumors in mice, but the scientists point out that this does not necessarily mean it is not a carcinogen.
New chip targets improved citrus flavour
Scientists have developed a chip that can improve the flavour of citrus varieties, which could have consequences for the growing natural flavours sector.
FDA petitioned to define 'natural' label claims
The Sugar Association has filed a petition with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting the establishment of a clear definition for the use of the term 'natural' on food and beverage product labels.
'Leaked' WTO report stirs GM food controversy
A pressure group has alleged that a leaked confidential WTO ruling on the recent GM food trade dispute shows that many pro-GM arguments were lost.
UK consumers more label-conscious, says FSA
More people are checking food labels than before, according to the FSA's sixth UK-wide Consumer Attitudes to Food survey.
Authorities under pressure over benzene in soft drinks
More soft drinks will be tested for cancer-causing chemical benzene in the UK after it was revealed some drinks contain up to eight times the legal limit for drinking water.
Europe must address trans fats 'scandal', says food campaigner
Europe should follow Denmark's example and force food makers to clearly label the presence of trans fats, a move that would bring huge health benefits and bring European labelling into line with the US.
Congress debates uniform federal warning labels
The House of Representatives yesterday lunched a debate on a bill that proposes to create a uniform system for all food safety standards and warning labels on food products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).