Archives for September 19, 2004

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GM omega-3 source to reach market?

Ingredient enjoying strong growth as industry ups demand for use in food products could be more easily accessible for food developers as scientists succeed for the first time in genetically modifying an oilseed crop - linseed - to boost its levels of...

EFSA backs move for more rapid live BSE tests

Europe's food safety authority backs calls for a rapid test for live cattle in the battle against Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy and which could save on needless culling.

Australia defends Monsanto corn

Australia's food watchdog reassures consumers on the safety of a genetically modified corn refined for use in a range of food products after new research sparks rumours.

Oregano-cranberry mix cuts deadly Listeria bacteria

An oregano and cranberry concoction could be a potent anti-microbial agent for food processors under constant pressure to reduce the risk of foodborne diseases in the ever-expanding food production chain.

US women supplementing with folic acid

A record number of American women of childbearing age are taking folic acid supplementation, according to a survey by a national health agency.

Bitter blocker backed by FDA

A bitter-blocking ingredient developed by Linguagen has been backed for use in foods, beverages and oral pharmaceutical dosage forms by the country's regulatory authorities.