Symrise optimistic in face of financial crisis
German flavour and fragrance manufacturer Symrise remains confident of seeing growth for the remainder of this year and next, despite the financial downturn which is gripping the world markets.
Archives for October 28, 2008
Price-fixing in the food industry
Competition authorities are sniffing about the food industry for evidence of price-fixing activities. A partner at law firm Eversheds explains how cartels come about, and why food may be a fertile breeding ground.
Whey-protein could give reduced fat deep-fried foods: study
Whey protein isolates may reduce the fat content of deep-fried foods without affecting the hardness or crunchiness of the finished food, says new research.
Purac takes lactic acid message direct to consumers
Purac has launched an effort to assure consumers that lactic acid is a safe and natural ingredient, and dispel misconceptions about its origins and association with muscle stiffness.
New vaccine could inhibit spread of E. coli 0157
Econiche, a new vaccine for cattle that aims to reduce the risk of food and waterborne contamination from E. coli O157:H7 bacteria, has received approval from the Canadian regulator.
Raw broccoli best for anti-cancer potential: study
Consuming cooked or processed broccoli may result in less of the potential anti-cancer compounds being available for absorption, suggests a new study from TNO Quality of Life.