Researchers target Campylobacter phage
UK and Canadian researchers yesterday said they have joined forces to develop bacteria that can destroy Campylobacter, a pathogen responsible for millions of cases of food poisoning worldwide.
Archives for May 23, 2007
Monsanto denies soybean patent infringement
Leading biotechnology company Monsanto has denied that it infringed an Iowa State University patent on a low-linolenic acid soybean.
Processors may continue to pay for wheat monopoly
Food processors could continue to pay higher prices for Australian wheat after the country's government decided this week to retain its controversial export monopoly on the grain.
Shipments to supermarket must use temperature device
US retailer, Albertsons, now requires its suppliers to use temperature monitoring devices on perishable food shipments to its distribution centers, which could force processors to invest in the technology.
Scientists look to cocoa husk fibre for low calorie foods
Cocoa husks, a waste product from the chocolate industry, could offer a valuable source of dietary fibre for the low-calorie food segment, Spanish researchers report.
Ethnic foods drive innovation from manufactures, flavour cos
Growth in the retail ethnic foods in Europe is outpacing overall growth in the foods and drink sector, according to Leatherhead Food International, offers new challenges and opportunities to manufacturers and ingredient companies.