Archives for May 12, 2005

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Nanotech discovery promises safer food packaging

A UK research institute believes it has identified safe and effective antimicrobial nanoparticles for food packaging, a discovery that could revolutionise how food is packaged in the future.

Russia crackdown as food fraud runs rife

Fake food and drink products in Russia control up to 94 per cent of the market in some sectors and their numbers are rising in others as authorities redouble efforts to fight back, says the country's consumer agency in a special interview with Angela...

Indian chilli exports double, despite Sudan scare

Exports of chilli and chilli products from India have not been affected by the discovery of banned red colours in European processed foods, claims an upbeat Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

Almond crop decrease suggests rising prices

The most recent forecast for this year's California almond crop signals a decline on that reaped 12 months ago, heralding an almost certain price rise, reports Philippa Nuttall.