EFSA confirms safety of Unilever GM ice protein
Low-fat ice cream made with GM yeast to ensure a creamy consistency may soon be possible in Europe following the European Food Standards Authority’s (EFSA) opinion on Unilever’s novel technology.
Archives for August 12, 2008
Soy and colours hit the science headlines in August
Natural blue pigments from oyster-friendly bacteria and red pigments from prickly pear, and concerns for men over soy consumption have been the highlights of this month's science.
Asparagus waste investigated as new fibre source
A new study from Spain has found that portions of asparagus spears that are unused by vegetable processors could be tapped as a source of fibre, to bring both nutritional and technological benefits to food.
Edible sensors may indicate bacterial contamination
Edible nano-sensors made from silk could alert consumers to potential contamination of food produce through a hologram-like indicator embedded in the pack, claim US researchers.
Post-restructure Purac brings results for CSM
CSM is counting the returns from its restructuring programme, with an increase in sales for the first half of 2008 and strong performance from its Purac business.