Data on tropane alkaloids in EU will help exposure assessments
Data on which tropane alkaloids (TAs) are of concern in Europe has been collected to form the basis for future exposure assessments.
Archives for January 6, 2017
Barbecued meat appears to cut post-cancer survival time: Study
Breast cancer survivors are advised to steer clear of grilled, barbecued and smoked meat as findings have established a link between these cooking methods and a decrease in survival time, post-cancer.
GM NK603 corn research generates debate in Europe and the US
Design of GMO corn 'equivalence' study flawed: US animal scientist
A new study on GM corn, involving French researcher Séralini, whose previous work has generated controversy, has spurred scientific debate on both sides of the Atlantic.
Roquette on pea protein: ‘In five years’ time the off-taste issue will be completely resolved.’
French player Roquette is a decade into protein – and its commitment is building having just announced a major pea-focused investment in North America. At Health Ingredients Europe (HiE) the firm told us of work it believes will transform the sector.
Industry welcomes GFIA, the UK's gluten-free trade group
UK food firms have created the Gluten Free Industry Association (GFIA) to promote best practice manufacturing tips, gluten testing and ingredient sourcing for the free-from sector's most lucrative category.
Ethical food and drink worth over €10.5 billion in the UK
Sales of ethical food and drink increased 5.3% in 2015 to just over £9.03 billion (€10.55 billion), according to new research. Organic continued its revival but Fairtrade has struggled again.
Smithfield ‘proud’ as sows move to group housing
US pork processor Smithfield Foods has increased the number of pregnant sows living in group housing year-on-year as part of a long-term commitment to improving animal welfare.
Pressure mounts on French country-of-origin scheme
FoodDrinkEurope (FDE) has challenged France’s controversial mandatory two-year country-of-origin labelling scheme for meat in ready meals and milk in prepared foodstuffs, claiming it would lead to higher production and consumer costs.
Sample storage and management help from Hamilton Storage
Hamilton Storage has enhanced its sample storage system and sample management efficiency.
New food safety and hygiene course for drinks manufacturers
Appetite Learning has launched a new course, Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Drinks Manufacturers, a course specifically tailored to the beverage industry.
Catch 22: Sustainable fishing produces massive carbon emissions
Whilst smaller scale sustainable fishing practices protect the oceans from depletion of marine life, they are vastly more detrimental to the environment, say researchers