Nano-herbicide in the works
Scientists have begun development on a nano-herbicide, which will allow farmers to clear their fields of weeds without using toxic chemicals.
Archives for August 21, 2006
New scheme brings fruit, veg to UK women and children
The Healthy Start scheme, which offers vouchers for fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, and infant formula to low income families and teenage mothers, has been a success in its pilot area of England, the Department of Health announced yesterday.
Frutarom has functional ingredients and acquisitions in the pipeline
Israeli flavours and ingredients supplier Frutarom has reported sales growth in Q2 2006 to US$72.3m. Although profits were impacted by price drops in natural raw materials and energy price hikes, new acquisitions are still on the horizon.
Whole Grain Stamp approved for use on meat, poultry products
Products containing meat and poultry will now be able to feature the Whole Grain Stamp, after the US government announced it was to expand the list of goods eligible to use the eye-catching symbol.
Meta-analysis shows aspartame effective for weight loss
Incorporating aspartame-sweetened food products into the diet does result in weight loss, says a new meta-analysis that fills a gap in the science behind the sweetener.
New Synergy cheese ingredients designed to enhance flavour, mouthfeel
Savoury ingredients supplier Synergy has launched a line of cheese ingredients designed to enhance flavour and mouthfeel while also providing manufacturers with some cost benefits.
Australia, NZ bakers face further fortification
Bakeries in Australia and New Zealand may be required to use only iodised salt in the future, if a proposal from the countries' food regulator is approved.
Rice ban, first Japan next the EU?
Further compounding the problems a long-grain rice ban in Japan will have on US producers is the threat that bans could eventually be implemented in the EU.
CLA could cut 'weight creep' during holidays, ageing
Supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) could prevent weight and fat gain at times of the year when people are most susceptible, as well as during the natural ageing process, says a new study supported by Cognis.