Archives for October 9, 2006

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AACC recognizes global contributions to grains industry

By  Lorraine Heller

The American Association of Cereal Chemists (AACC) International recently recognized a number of experts from around the world for their scientific and technical accomplishments that have advanced the field of grain science.

Whole grains definition remains top concern for new WIC guidelines

By  Lorraine Heller

Coming up with clear definitions for classifying the whole grain content of foods is a top priority for the AACC International Whole Grains Task Force, which will soon submit its comments to the USDA regarding the establishment of new WIC nutritional...

Northern Foods releases trading update

By  James Knowles

Northern Foods, which has been struggling to revive its sales, today reported adeclined by 1.1 per cent in overall operating revenue for the group during the first six months ofthe year, compared to the same period in 2005.

Health boom drives cereal snacks, report

By  Catherine Boal

On the back of growing demand for healthier snacking products, cereal snacks are luring consumers away from traditional indulgences such as crisps and confectionery - prompting snack makers to diversify to keep up with the trend.

UK foodborne disease cases fall by 19 per cent

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Regulation, training and public information campaigns are having a dramatic effect on thereduction of foodborne diseases in the UK, with the number of cases of people getting sick fallingby 1.5 million over the five years to the end of 2005.