The new endurance ingredient
Once valued so highly that it was used as a currency, an ancient seed rich in omega-3 fatty acids could soon be a novel food in Europe.
Archives for July 6, 2003
Ukrainian sweet makers confident of growth
Confectionery producers in Ukraine are confident that they will be able to increase output by 10 per cent this year, mainly as a result of a recovery in exports to Russia.
Ahold facing criminal charges
Embattled Dutch retail chain is facing a new investigation to add to the ones currently being carried out by the US authorities. But this probe is much closer to home, being carried out by the public prosecutor in Amsterdam.
Cholesterol-free crunching
Small batch crisp manufacturer Jonathan Crisp claims to be the first UK crisp manufacturer to produce cholesterol-free crisps, looking to gain market share in the 'healthier' foods market.
Spanish urged to eat more fish
A new €3.5 million marketing campaign designed to promote the consumption of fish and seafood was backed last week by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture. The campaign will also highlight the risks of eating immature fish, which has a significant...
Golden Kaan sets out to rule the world
Two companies at the forefront of the branded wine revolution have joined forces to create a new brand with global sales aspirations. Germany's Racke group and South Africa's KWV International launched Golden Kaan at last month's Vinexpo wine show.
Sustainability needs an ethical dimension
As European politicians make hesitant steps towards sustainable agriculture through reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), scientists assert that the main focus of agricultural research has shifted from production to assessing environmental...