USDA funds genetic mapping of barley
A $5m project aimed at identifying and improving the genetic make-up of barley could lead to higher yields and a better quality crop, said the US Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns on Friday.
Archives for April 2, 2006
US sugar industry wins round against Splenda
A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit brought by McNeil Nutritionals, the marketer of Splenda, against the Sugar Association, accusing it of false advertising.
Cargill confident after EC clears Degussa deal
Cargill has welcomed the EC's decision to approve its acquisition of Degussa's food ingredients operations, claiming that the decision will accelerate the company's focus on creating value and growth for its customers.
DSM dishes $6.5m to personalise nutrition
DSM has re-affirmed its commitment to the innovative field of personalized nutrition, pledging $6.5m (€5.4) in follow-on funding to US nutrigenomics company Sciona.
UK supermarkets chase discount pound
The launch of Asda's first hard discount store marks a new era in budget grocery shopping as the 'big four' supermarkets compete with discounters to attract price-savvy consumers.
California withdraws proposed acrylamide warning rules
California has withdrawn proposed rules that would have required food manufacturers to place acrylamide warning labels on certain products.
United Biscuits records huge profit growth
Despite a tough trading environment and serious fire damage to a processing plant, British snack firm United Biscuits has delivered a sizeable full-year profit rise of 25 per cent.
Scientists call for more debate over EU chemicals legislation
Scientists studying chemicals in food have called for more public discussions with consumers and industry on proposed EU legislation.
Healthy soft drinks drive global beverage growth
Soft drink consumption is the principal factor behind the growth in global drinks, with health playing an increasingly important role in consumer choice.
Food must focus on opportunities, not crises
Food has become too much a matter of crisis and not of opportunity, according to Michel Vieillefosse, head of the Eureka Secretariat.