Commission publishes traceability guide
A new guide for EU processors on the bloc's traceability requirements is designed to help industry comply with legal requirements.
Archives for June 14, 2007
Barry Callebaut moves to expand US presence
Chocolate ingredient manufacturer Barry Callebaut has announced the opening of its new North American head office in Chicago, which it claims is a step towards becoming the top player in the sector.
Trade commissioner defends EU approach on GM
Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson yesterday delivered a strong exhortation to the EU to take a lead in shaping global rules on GM trade - particularly in defending objective science as a benchmark - or suffer the economic consequences.
Friesland rethinks Dutch dairy production
Friesland Foods this week announced plans to scale down its production facilities in the Netherlands in a bid to brace itself for wide scale changes within the EU's dairy market.
Folic acid in the UK: Bread vs flour debate unresolved
The board of the UK's Food Standards Agency yesterday gave the go-ahead for the recommendation on mandatory folic acid fortification be made to health ministers, but it remains unclear whether the nutrient will be added to flour or bread.
Is organic food really more nutritious?
The overall body of science does not support the view that organic food is more nutritious than conventionally grown food, says a new review from the British Nutrition Foundation.
Imcopa to supply non-GM soy lecithin direct to Europe
Brazilian soy crusher Imcopa has set up operations in The Netherlands with the aim of supplying the European market with non-GM soy lecithin directly and building awareness of its own brand amongst food manufacturers.
IFF launches new 'fresh squeezed' orange flavor
A new orange flavor claims to allow beverage makers to bring the taste of freshly squeezed orange juice to their products, a flavor that has remained elusive in the past, says manufacturer International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF).