Eco factors top of the list for French and Spanish consumers: survey
Environmental concerns have a huge influence on the food shopping habits of Spanish and French consumers, a new survey has found.
Archives for October 19, 2008
Rapid melamine detection method developed, claims US firm
A rapid method for the detection of melamine in infant formula and liquid milk meets the requirements of China’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), claims its developer.
European Union to reintroduce grain import duties
The EU has announced plans to reintroduce import duties on cereals in order to safeguard European farmers from plummeting grain prices.
Dispatches from SIAL
Innovation in food products essential to weather economic storm
Food makers confronted by today's challenging economic times must continue to invest hard in innovation to beat the downturn. This year's SIAL, which opened yesterday in Paris, is a showcase of new ideas that could help to boost margins and weather the...
Banks’ rescue package points the way for food crisis remedies
Question: When is a crisis not a crisis? Answer: When it’s a food crisis. Compare the two responses to failures in the food system and financial markets.
EFSA draft opinion flags need for more nanotech research
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued a draft opinion that there are broad uncertainties over the safe use of nanotechnology for foodstuffs, and more research is recommended.