Archives for March 3, 2009

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Study shows plant extracts could be potent antibacterials

By Jane Byrne

Roselle calyx extracts and protocatechuic acid could be potent agents in the prevention of food contamination by spoilage bacteria, claims a new study in a forthcoming issue of the journal Foodborne Pathogens and Disease.

Arla finds partner to expand into US protein market

By Sarah Hills

Arla Foods has announced plans to form a definitive partnership with a start-up company called Green Meadows Foods in the hope of capturing a leading share of the North American protein market.

New no-vote over lifting GM crop bans

By staff reporter

Environment ministers yesterday voted against a proposal to force Hungary and Austria to lift bans on the growing of genetically modified crops, indicating that the great European rift over GM is still wide.

Grim outlook prompts sweetener action from Danisco

By Jess Halliday

Danisco reducing its production of xylitol in China and mothballing its xylose facility, as its sweeteners division is implicated as one of the causes of lower earnings expectations.

Broccoli sprouts may reduce asthma: Study

By Stephen Daniells

A naturally occurring compound in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may help protect against asthma and other conditions due to respiratory inflammation, says a new study.

Packaging ink migration ruling challenged

By Jane Byrne

Tetra Pak said it is appealing a ruling by an Italian judge who sentenced both the global packaging equipment supplier and food giant Nestle to pay compensation to a party based on the presence of a packaging chemical in baby milk.