WDM campaign supports food speculation controls in Europe
A campaign is in full flight to build public support for European curbs on excessive food commodity speculation and prevent US over-the-counter traders moving to ‘light touch Europe’.
Archives for February 3, 2011
Kerry says brewers face major barley quality and supply challenge
European brewers have a fight on their hands to source quality malting barley during 2011, according to industry ingredient supplier Kerry.
FSA to launch probe into ‘may contain’ labelling
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) plans to take a closer look at the prevalence of ‘may contains’ allergen advisory labeling.
Optimal temp found for tackling E.coli, preserving taste in cured sausages
Exposing cured sausages to mild heat treatment for a 24-hour period is effective in both combating E.coli and maintaining product quality, according to new research from Norway.
Asian promise for Palsgaard with new emulsifier factory
Danish food ingredient supplier Palsgaard is building a new US $30m emulsifier factory in Asia, with production scheduled to start in the second half of 2012.
Review calls for integrated approach to texture research
Greater focus is needed on the complicated interplay between foods physical characteristics, and their oral and texture perception, says a new review.