Archives for June 3, 2007

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Sudan threatens industry with gum arabic withdrawal

By  staff reporter

The Sudanese ambassador to the US has threatened to withdraw the supply of gum arabic, an emulsifier and stabiliser used by the food industry, in response to a pledge to impose sanctions to help bring an end to the bloodshed in Darfur.

Orange cauliflower could lead to more nutritious crops

By  Jess Halliday

Scientists who identified the gene mutation behind orange, beta carotene-rich cauliflower are investigating ways to apply their knowledge to transgenic potatoes, with a view to developing more nutritious stable foods.

Monsanto expands cottonseed presence with DPL takeover

By  Lorraine Heller

Monsanto has completed its acquisition of Delta and Pine Land Company (DPL) after agreeing to divest its US branded cottonseed business so as to soften the competitive impact of the takeover.