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Archives for April 5, 2010
Slimmer cans could lead to bigger waistlines
Soft drink makers could end up swallowing a £10m bill for no good reason by embracing the Food Standards Agency (FSA) recommendations for new slim-line 250ml drinks.
Poultry specialist adds red meat ingredients to range
Rectory Foods has added a new slate of beef and pork products to its ingredient offering for food manufacturers, in a new step to expand from its solid base in poultry.
Kraft acted 'irresponsibly' in Cadbury takeover, claims UK report
Kraft’s reputation in the UK has been badly hit by its behaviour during the acquisition of Cadbury and it should be subject to continuous scrutiny over its subsequent pledges, claim UK politicians who heard evidence from Kraft executives last month.
The fine dining trends inspiring packaged food innovation
Even some of the most unusual innovations from top restaurant kitchens could inspire manufacturers of packaged foods, according to Ted Russin, food scientist at specialty hydrocolloids firm CP Kelco.
NY legislature rejects soda tax but negotiations continue
Both the New York State Assembly and Senate have rejected a proposed tax on sugary soft drinks in their budget resolutions, but a decision will only be finalized after negotiations with the state governor.
No safety concerns noted over OSA modified gum acacia
Gum acacia modified with n-octenyl succinic anhydride (OSA) is safe for use as an emulsifier in flavourings and in foods, finds the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) following a risk assessment request from the European Commission.
EFSA approves biocide for use in food contact materials
The use of a new biocide in food contact materials has been given the go-ahead by the European safety watchdog after authorities in Germany called for an evaluation of the chemical.
Argentinian legume shows promise for gluten-free
Mixing seeds of the vinal plant with corn flour may produce gluten-free formulations with enhanced protein and antioxidant levels, says a new study from Argentina.
'Ground-breaking’ meat quality project launched
A break-through research project to develop a system as part of a meat processing line that will determine its eating quality has begun this week.
Verification scheme to develop Allanblackia supply chain
A new initiative is underway to develop to supply chain for oil from the African Allanblackia tree oil in food and personal care products by devising a verification scheme for sustainable and ethical trade.
ConAgra vows to cut packaging, water and waste by 2015
ConAgra has unveiled a raft of eco-measures aimed at “significantly” reducing its carbon footprint by slashing its packaging, water use and the waste it sends to landfill by 2015.
Organic production on the up – but field crops still struggle
Organic production has risen dramatically over the past decade but only a tiny percentage of soybean, corn and wheat crops are certified organic, according to a new report from the USDA.