Eating less common kiwifruits could reduce allergy risk, study
Kiwi fruit cultivars such as the most common ‘Hayward’ type may be more allergenic than other less well-known varieties, a new study suggests.
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New minimum price for Fairtrade organic cocoa will offset volatility, claims FLO
A new minimum price for Fairtrade organic cocoa, which comes into force early next year, will act as an income safety net for growers amid ongoing price volatility in the sector, according to the organization behind the standard.
Western Europe primed for potato starch revolution, Avebe
Avebe says Eastern Europe is the principal market for its new Eliane potato starch-based fat reducer for mayonnaise, but insists that cost hikes and accelerating "health and wellness trends" could soon see demand shifting west.
Bread enzyme gives softness, better sliceability and longer shelf life, says DSM
An extension of the Panamore enzyme blend product range improves the freshness of breads and is particularly suited to low sugar and low fat recipes, claims developer DSM Food Specialties.
Ministers agree draft regs for EU food labelling
EU ministers have reached agreement on a range of proposals to be included in a draft regulation on food labelling for the region.
FSA to review official UK food controls
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is to review an overhaul of the current UK food control system in order to improve food safety and consumer protection.
EFSA gut/immune health meeting
Danone tells EFSA: Health claims “learning experience” is too costly
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has repeatedly emphasised that the 2006 EU nutrition and health claims regulation is a learning experience for everyone involved – from its health claims assessment panel to industry stakeholders, to the member...
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Innovations in microencapsulation techniques
A new microencapsulation technique that produces smaller more uniform particles could replace less accurate microencapsulation techniques, according to researchers at Dutch institute TNO.