Contaminants regulation extends limits on metals, mycotoxins
The latest draft of a proposed EU amendment to the bloc's regulation on contaminants widens the scope of limits on heavy metals and mycotoxins in foods, as part of the changes.
Archives for July 31, 2006
Syngenta confident despite decreased sales
Swiss biotech giant Syngenta has reported overall decreased sales for the first half of the year, but is confident that growth will come on the back of newly launched products.
Food science should re-evaluate pleasure as obesity driver, says expert
A Unilever scientist has called for a re-evaluation of the link between over-eating and obesity by challenging the traditional view that the pleasure of taste is the driver for over-consumption.
Rad launches lemon balm antioxidant ingredient
A new natural lemon balm formula, claimed to be a powerful antioxidant, could help protect delicate tasting foods without effecting taste.
Industry races to get green, GM omega-3 from plants
Industry giants are locked in a "fish oil arms race" to develop genetically modified crops that could challenge the supremacy of fish as the best source of omega-3 fatty acid, with both BASF and DuPont reporting progress in the field.
Processors turn toward use of more natural antimicrobials
EU manufacturers are using more and more natural antimicrobials compared to the synthetic versions, according to a new report.
Tate & Lyle targets European stabilisers market
New stabilisers for white meats and egg-free dressings are set to hit the European texturising market.