NZ goes forward on GMOs
The New Zealand Royal Commission on Genetic Modification has recommended that research on GM crops and animals proceed with caution.
Archives for August 22, 2001
4th BSE case in Denmark
A cow was found infected with bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in Ringsted, Denmark.
Copper keeps the food bugs away
The use of copper surfaces for food preparation in factories, shops, hospitals, restaurants and the home could help reduce the risk of infection by potentially fatal food bugs.
Heinz & McCain acquire Anchor Foods
McCain Foods Ltd will acquire the production facilities and food service business of Anchor Food Products Inc., and H.J. Heinz Co. will purchase the company's branded products sold to retail outlets.
Anheuser Busch looks into India's beer market
Anheuser-Busch Cos. is reportedly interested in purchasing a 26 per cent stake in India's largest brewer United Breweries.
Expansion in America for New Zealand Milk
New Zealand Milk has signed agreements giving it responsibility for handling 70 per cent of exports of skimmed milk powder from the United States, and giving it a key role in the Mexican dairy industry.