EU asks citizens to weigh in on GM and organic food policy
The European Commission has called for public views on genetically modified (GM) foods in the European Union, as part of a survey examining attitudes to organic agriculture legislation.
Archives for January 18, 2013
ABP shutters Silvercrest site involved in horse meat scandal
ABP Food Group has temporarily closed its Silvercrest Plant in Ireland in response to the ongoing investigation into horse meat found in frozen beef burgers.
Phosphorus footprint? Shifting dietary habits are complicating a sustainable supply, warn researchers.
Increased use of phosphorus in food products since the 1960s is now putting pressure on the sustainable supply of the essential mineral, warn researchers.
Callebaut ups Scandinavian capacity with $36m Carletti acquisitions
Barry Callebaut has acquired Sweden’s ASM Foods from Carletti and has taken over additional operations from Carletti in Demark to up its production capacity in Scandinavia.
New open innovation platform targets SMEs and freelance R&D
A new specialist open innovation platform for the food industry launched yesterday, aiming to connect small and medium-sized businesses with highly experienced R&D professionals.