DSM tenders Danisco shares after new DuPont offer
DSM has tendered its 4.95 per cent stake in Danish ingredients firm Danisco, after buyer DuPont raised its offer to DKK700 on Friday following discussions with major shareholders.
Archives for May 2, 2011
Drug nano- encapsulation system may have food applications: Study
A method of producing nano-capsules for drug delivery may have potential to create food-grade nano-encapsulations of ingredients for the food industry, according to new research.
Lower barriers to food and drink exports to Japan, says CIAA
A free trade agreement between the EU and Japan that eliminates tariffs and non-tariff barriers for EU food and drink products would enable European manufacturers better to cater to a high potential market, the CIAA tells policy makers.
Antioxidants may reduce trans fat levels in edible oils: Study
The addition of antioxidants to oils may control the formation of trans-fats during the processing and heating of edible oils, according to new research.
MAP is best defense against E. coli in shredded lettuce, says USDA
Scientists at the USDA have found that modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) provides consumers with the best protection against the food safety threat of E. coli in shredded lettuce.
Flavour industry’s research bursary scheme enters second year
A consortium of flavour firms seeking to raise awareness of the sector and encourage a new generation of researchers has renewed its bursary scheme for Phd students, and is hoping for applications from right across the EU.