GM potato no threat to health, says EFSA
A genetically modified potato product with altered starch composition poses no threat to human health, according to an EFSA panel ruling.
Archives for February 27, 2006
Superfruits and grains to set next functional trend?
"Miracle grains" and "superfruits" are among the ingredients set to enjoy increasing popularity with American consumers, as attention is focused on a combination of health benefits and exotic tastes, says a new report.
Lack of good graduates crippling food industry
Declining numbers of graduates entering the food industry is seriously threatening the sectors ability to meet the needs for further growth, warns the IFST.
Weekly Comment
The bad research debate
The dust is settling on the WHI trial. First came the news that low-fat diets didn't reduce the risk of breast or colorectal cancer or cardiovascular disease, then came news that vitamin D and calcium supplements don't protect against fractures.
New guidance fuels food labelling debate
A new guidance document for food manufacturers on the best way to present GDAs (Guideline Daily Amounts) on their products has reheated the ongoing debate on nutrition and health labelling.
RFID label tracks product temperature
A newly developed label from KSW Microtec will enable food firms to more closely monitor the temperature of their products on the journey from production line to consumer, its inventor says.
Soft drinks industry pledges to tackle benzene in drinks
America's soft drinks association said it would have to look again at benzene in drinks, after new tests revealed to BeverageDaily.com suggest it and food safety authorities failed to stamp out a problem.
Cargill enters glycerin business with new production plant
Cargill is set to expand its ingredient portfolio for the food industry, announcing last week that it is to open a 30-million-pounds-per-year glycerin refinery.