British scientists develop synthetic vaccine technology
Scientists in Britain have developed a way of creating a wholly synthetic vaccine, taking away the need to use live and potentially infectious viruses.
Archives for April 1, 2013
Chicken protein launch at German show
A global protein manufacturer is to launch a new product at the food industry’s largest international trade fair.
Fungus to wipe £7M from Tate & Lyle’s profit
Tate & Lyle has posted “reassuringly dull” third-quarter figures, despite having to implement measures to tackle aflatoxin, a fungus in maize caused by the unusually hot and dry conditions in the US last summer.
SNAXPO 2013: EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Hispanic snacks: Hot opportunities beyond Latin American consumers
There are tremendous opportunities for Hispanic snacks that target non-Hispanic consumers, but products must be spicy and authentic, according to a marketing expert.
Tech company, shrimp processor form joint venture to process omega-3 oils from waste stream
Solutions4CO2 Inc., a Canadian company that develops ways to process waste gas, water and biomass streams into high value nutraceutical co products, has entered into an agreement to develop a new source of omega-3 oils from the waste streams of cold...
OIG finds gaps in FSIS beef E.coli testing
The Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) need to re-evaluate its E.coli testing relating to the downstream processing of boxed beef products, according to the results of an audit from the Office of Inspector General (OIG).
EFSA gives opinion on MSM health risks
Mechanically separated meat (MSM) from poultry and swine carries similar risks to non-mechanically separated meat unless produced using high-pressure production techniques, according to a scientific opinion published by the European Food Safety Authority...
Special EU protection proposed for Belgian chocolate
The Belgian confectionery association Choprabisco is considering applying for protected geographical indication for Belgian chocolate to protect authentic producers from imitations.
Product line malfunction caused McCoy’s plastic contamination, says KP Snacks
A production line malfunction was the cause of plastic contamination in four variants of McCoy’s potato chips, KP Snacks says.
RSPO disputes Rainforest Foundation palm oil food guide
A Rainforest Foundation ethical food product guide based on companies’ palm oil use unjustly discourages the use of palm oil even if it is sustainably sourced, claims the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
Coke claims world first with ‘edible’ Fanta print advert
The Coca-Cola Company claims to have published the ‘world’s first tastable print ad’ with Middle Eastern print adverts made out of rice paper and infused with the taste of Fanta.
Automated combination system speeds up testing
Biotecon Diagnostics has launched the first automated system incorporating detection of genetically modified organisms (GMO), allergens and animal species differentiation, which speeds up testing and is more sensitive than other methods.
EFSA draws up priority list for food additive re-evaluation
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has called on food and drink manufacturers for information on the use of food additives, prioritising data on 15 colours and antioxidants for the end of July.