Monsanto files suit against Germany over GM ban
Monsanto has filed a lawsuit against the German government after the EU member state banned planting of its genetically modified MON810 maize last week.
Archives for April 21, 2009
Anti-fructose science may be swaying public opinion
Consuming beverages sweetened with fructose leads to weight gain and a build up of abdominal fat, and impairs insulin sensitivity, says a new study.
Organic annatto extract offered as food color
DD Williamson has succeeded in sourcing certified annatto extracts for use as food colors, opening up new possibilities for manufacturers to make organic claims on foods.
Unilever announces ‘holistic’ salt reduction strategy
Unilever has announced plans to cut the salt content across its global range of 22,000 products with an eye on achieving the five grams daily maximum salt intake recommended by the World Health Organization.
EFSA finds no reason to alter aspartame ADI
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) said there is no indication that aspartame causes cancer following its assessment of a study that linked regular intake of the sweetener with increased risk of certain cancers.
Consumer perception part of dairy’s cow methane battle
As stakeholders across the dairy supply chain look to put cows’ backsides at the forefront of efforts to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, researchers suggest consumer acceptance will be a major factor in any successful solution.
Licence deal for rapid pathogen killing technology
A new technology that can kill foodborne pathogens in a minute has been licensed to an anti-bacteria product manufacturer, according to the US university that developed it.
Cut out BPA use or risk market exclusion, urges new report
Continued use of Bisphenol A (BPA) in food and beverage packaging poses unnecessary competitive, reputational and potential market exclusion risks for food and beverage manufacturing companies, claims a new report.
Is stevia’s market potential limited by cost?
Stevia’s expense compared to other sweeteners is a major market limitation, according to a new paper on the stevia market, although industry players say they are working to bring its price down.
Soft drink shake-up called for amidst obesity fears
American consumers may require re-education about beverage intake to wean them off sugary drinks, with some health researchers calling on the industry to develop a new class of reduced calorie soft drinks.