Food makers developing taste for African plants
Extracts of African fruits are sparking interest from food makers seeking new tastes and health properties, according to a plant expert.
Archives for January 3, 2006
Dairy price rises forecast to moderate as demand eases
The international demand for dairy products has eased slightly and prices for supplies are likely to moderate in the next several months, according to a new report.
Foodborne Campylobacter infections increase
A general increase in reported cases of campylobacteriosis over the last few years in the EU's fifteen original member states indicates that food companies need to step up their safety procedures against the disease.
2006: A milestone for food safety in the EU
New Year's Day marked a significant milestone for food safety in the EU, with the entry of a large updated body of food and feed legislation.
Pathogen tester speeds up process of detecting contamination
DuPont Qualicon has introduced a new pathogen testing instrument to speed up the process of ensuring food products meet regulatory requirements.
Pharming completes GRAS notification on human lactoferrin
Dutch biotechnology company Pharming said last week that it had completed its filing for a Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) notification in the United States for use of its human lactoferrin (hlF) substance in foods.
Unwins stores up for grabs
The race is on in the UK for those hoping to get their hands on Unwins remaining 150 off-licences, following the company's collapse last month.
Manufacturers must work to fight private label threat, warns report
The global private label goods trend will continue to enjoy record expansion and eat into famous brand profits if manufacturers fail to adopt winning strategies to combat competition, say analysts.
Palsgaard launches emulsifiers for very low fat spreads
Danish firm Palsgaard has launched a new emulsifier combination for very low fat spreads and butter with a fat content of between 10 and 15 per cent.
Congress considers legislation to harmonise food safety laws
Legislation to harmonize state and national laws on food safety has been submitted to the House of Congress for consideration.
EU consumers health-savvy, claims Tate & Lyle
European consumers have become more concerned about healthy eating over the past two years and are now much more sceptical about company claims, according to research from Tate & Lyle.
Report advises pest control companies to target processing plants
Food processors are a growth market for pest control companies as they traditionally rely on staff to keep insects and rodents at bay, according to a new report.