UK task force studies measures against food fraud
The UK has set up a fraud task force to study how to beef up measures against the trade in illegal food.
Archives for April 9, 2006
UK suppliers and retailers tense over bird flu find
Following last week's spread of avian flu to Britain, supermarket sourcing policy has come under fire from anxious government ministers and poultry organisations desperate to placate concerned shoppers.
Danone challenges Yoplait, Glanbia's Essence range
French dairy giant, Danone, has launched an action against Glanbia, Yoplait International and Yoplait Marque Internationales in the Dublin High Court, after alleged infringments on trademark after the launch of the Yoplait Essence range of probiotics.
Danisco upgrades fruit processing enzymes
Danisco has launched a new range of enzymes to help fruit juice makers save money and improve quality as they look to target growing consumer demand for healthier soft drinks.
Compass sells major foodservice arm
The world's largest catering company Compass Group today announced the sale of its core contract foodservice business to an investment consortium headed by Macquarie Bank.