Archives for March 19, 2007

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Danisco launches Howaru for colds and flu

By  Jess Halliday

Danisco has developed a new formulation of probiotics called Howaru Protect, specifically targeted to reducing cold and 'flu symptoms, and is exploring its use by the food, supplements and pharmaceutical industries.

Weekly Comment

Rise and shine: the GM wake-up call

News that a variety of GM corn produced signs of liver and kidney toxicity in rats should be a wake-up call for better testing and more transparency from biotechs, if GMOs are to be accepted by increasingly sceptical consumers.

Bunge eyes edible oil sector consolidation

By  Neil Merrett

Bunge appears set to consolidate its position in the edible oils market in order to meet growing demand amongst Eastern European consumers and processors.