Time running out for global food trade breakthrough
Time is running out in the race to achieve an effective and long-lasting agreement on global agriculture and tariffs.
Archives for March 24, 2006
UN report shows dramatic fall in BSE incidents
A UN report on the dramatic drop in cases of Bovine Spongiform Encepalopathy (BSE) or "mad cow disease" worldwide, could help food companies win back former beef eaters.
Chiquita raises banana prices in response to higher tariffs
Leading banana supplier Chiquita has increased its prices in Europe and the US, in a move designed to offset the negative impact of higher tariffs.
ONC names microencapsulation solution Powder-loc
Ocean Nutrition Canada (ONC) has revealed the double-shell technology underlying its Powder-loc microencapsulation for omega-3.
Blue cheese dodges FSA salt slashing plan
Wrangling between the UK dairy industry and the country's food watchdog is set to continue over salt slashing targets, after both failed to reach an agreement to cut salt in blue cheese.
Ireland's noodle survey finds undeclared irradiation use
A survey of dried noodles on the market by Ireland's regulator highlights the problems food companies face in meeting regulations on irradiation in the EU and worldwide.
Americans more aware of foodborne illness, says study
American consumers are eating safer, according to new findings that reveal the number of 'risky foods' consumed has declined significantly in recent years.
Grape DNA study promises better quality wine
An Italian team of scientists has succeeded in deciphering the entire DNA sequence of the grapevine genome after six years of intensive research.
Omega-3s have no benefits for heart health, cancer - new review
Intake of omega-3 fatty acids from oily fish and fish oil supplements has no effect on mortality, heart disease or cancer, concludes a new review, but guidelines should continue for consumption.
Organic dairy-rating report sparks fierce debate
A new report rating the nation's organic dairy brands according to ethical farming practices has sparked fierce debate in the industry as it accuses a number of market leaders of "shortchanging organic consumers."