Compact testers promise processors accurate results
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments has introduced its EZ Test EZ-X line of tabletop testing equipment, designed to meet a variety of different analytical needs.
Archives for July 2, 2013
CDC unveils pathogens and foods linked to foodborne illness
Listeria in poultry led to 16 deaths during a 10 year period, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Only EU regulation can ensure traffic light compliance, says MEP
Traffic light labelling should be rolled out across Europe, according to British MEP Glenis Willmott, following the UK’s introduction of a hybrid labelling system that includes GDAs (guideline daily amounts) as well as colour coding last month.
'Great confidence' in the export future of British dairy, says retiring Dairy UK chief
Recent investment in, and efficiency efforts by the British dairy industry demonstrates that there is “great confidence” in the future global success of the sector, departing Dairy UK director general, Jim Begg, has claimed.
FDA failed to keep pace with scientific developments, finds review
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has failed to keep pace with scientific developments in many cases, according to a review of food additive safety assessments.
Half of UK consumers do not trust the food industry on safety: Mintel
Just half of UK consumers trust the food industry to provide food that is safe to eat, according to exclusive research from Mintel.
UK government hits back at ‘scaremongering’ bTB claims
The UK government has denied media claims that it is risking public health by selling meat from cattle that have tested positive for bovine tuberculosis (bTB) into the food chain.
Chr. Hansen narrows growth forecast on carmine prices and customer loss
Chr. Hansen has narrowed its growth forecast for 2012-13 after a major natural colour customer in South America chose to return to synthetics, and carmine prices declined.
Milling & Grains focus
Turkish joint venture strengthens hold in ‘dynamic’ market, says Mühlenchemie
Flour treatment specialist Mühlenchemie has struck a joint venture with its long-standing Turkish distribution partner ABP to better cater to local demands, it says.