From Europe - Daily - Tuesday 26 August 2008
UK government stands behind GM
The UK’s environment minister has challenged claims by Prince Charles that genetically modified (GM) crops are causing environmental damage.
FSA open food contact compliance talksA UK industry wide-consultation on meeting European guidelines for using food contact materials will take place on 12 November this year in a bid to outline the best way for stakeholders to adapt to the legal requirements. |
High-caffeine Cocaine ok for Euro drinkersThe controversial energy drink called Cocaine, which while drug-free, contains 350 per cent more caffeine than rival brand Red Bull, this week hit UK shelves amidst criticism from politicians over the launch. |
Vanilla research demonstrates breeding potentialA study into the origin of Tahitian vanilla has provided insight into opportunities for breeding new commercial varieties of the popular spice, claim scientists. |
Mushroom extract demonstrates immunity benefitsJapanese researchers in conjunction with the Yale School of Medicine have found the mushroom extract, AHCC, can strengthen the immune system and fight the onset of cancer among over-50s. |
Today's headlines across the Food industry
Back to basics for new chicken flavorsInternational Flavors & Fragrances says it has developed a new range of flavors that are said to... |
Milk helps exercise recovery: researchersConsuming milk can assist muscle recuperation after exercise according to a study published in the August... |
Beneo-Orafti bumps inulin price 25 per centThe world’s number one inulin supplier, Belgium-based Beneo-Orafti, has jacked the price of its inulin and... |
Price actions on cost rises deliver steady H1 for Kerry ingredients unitFood firm Kerry delivers like-for-like trading profit of €134 million at its ingredients and flavours unit... |
Previous headlines
No cancer concerns over paprika colour for foods: studyThe increasing use of paprika as a food colour does... |
Growth hormone buyer eyes milk supply potentialMonsanto has found a buyer for its bovine somatotropin growth... |
New film could inhibit bacterial growth on conveyor beltsA film coated with nanoparticles of silver and calcium phosphate... |
New film could inhibit bacterial growth on conveyor beltsA film coated with nanoparticles of silver and calcium phosphate... |
EU-wide dietary guidelines not feasible, says EFSAThe European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched a public... |
New film could inhibit bacterial growth on conveyor beltsA film coated with nanoparticles of silver and calcium phosphate... |
Natural preservative knowledge lags behind demand, warns authorityResearch on natural food preservatives is lagging behind market demand... |
US beef industry backing research to tackle bugDespite recent recalls, the US beef industry is investing in... |
US beef industry backing research to tackle bugDespite recent recalls, the US beef industry is investing in... |
New cooker can brown meat products on all sides, says Double DScottish manufacturer Double D Food Engineering has developed a customised... |
