No scientific evidence for Italian GM maize ban, says EFSA
There is ‘no specific scientific evidence’ to support an Italian ban on the genetically modified maize MON810, according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Archives for September 25, 2013
Arla claims soft drinks brands can reap protein water rewards
Arla Foods Ingredients will launch a whey protein-based water concept at Food Ingredients Europe (FIE) 2013 that it says promises mainstream appeal and profit for soft drinks firms.
Sono-Tek unveils ultrasonic spray coating tech for sliced meats
Sono-Tek Corporation has commercially launched its first ultrasonic spray coating equipment for antimicrobial applications for sliced meats.
Melatonin may offer weight management potential: Animal data
Consumption of melatonin could help control weight gain by stimulating the development of ‘beige fat’ cells that burn - rather than store - calories, say researchers.
'Dynamic and interactive' event returns to Cannes, France
Food Vision 2014: Summit returns to inspire food business leaders on innovation, consumer engagement, R&D
Innovation, sustainability, cutting-edge food science, and changing consumer behaviour will drive William Reed’s Food Vision event, with the programme offering food science through the focused lens of commercial interest to identify strategies for...
Fruit fly study shows how dietary experience alters taste preference
Long-term exposure to unpalatable flavours can increase the later acceptance of foods containing such ingredients by modifiying neurones that are involved in taste perception, according to new research carried out in fruit flies.
Indonesian palm oil: Rising stocks, dropping prices
Record palm oil stocks from Indonesia, the world’s biggest producer, could mean a price drop for the food ingredient.
Barilla chairman issues apology for anti-gay comments, ‘eating his words,’ US gay rights group says
Amid calls from Italian gay rights groups to boycott Barilla, the pasta company’s chairman, Guido Barilla, apologized for saying he would never use homosexual families in company advertisements.
Sensient Flavors taps ‘local fruits’ beverage trend in central Europe
Sensient Flavors says it expects its new premium, natural soft drinks concepts with a higher fruit content to perform well in all central European countries where consumers are fond of traditional local fruits.