Archives for May 24, 2009

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Organic conversion label could enable price premiums

By Jess Halliday

Developing an official ‘label’ for organic conversion-grade produce would let farmers secure price premiums while they are going through the organic conversion process, claims a new European study.

MSG: Review dismisses allergy concerns

By Stephen Daniells

Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavour-enhancer, does not increase the risk of developing allergies, such as asthma and rhinitis, says a new review from the US.

Arsenic rice study prompts new advice for parents

By Jess Halliday

The UK’s Food Standards Agency is advising that infants are not given rice drinks as a replacement for cows’ milk, breast milk, or infant formula, following a new study that indicates potential to exceed maximum intake of arsenic.