Archives for June 4, 2007

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Gum arabic suppliers: Sudan threats are not serious

By  Jess Halliday

Ingredients suppliers say threats by Sudan's US ambassador to cut off gum arabic supplies from the country are not serious, and an embargo would not have a catastrophic effect on the world supply.

Europe remains cautious on use of irradiation

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Europe continues to lag behind in the use of irradiation, with only 10 member states approving facilities to process foods, according to the latest European Commission report released yesterday.

DSM launches Sensarite taste potentiators for bakery, dairy

By  Jess Halliday

DSM Food Specialities is launching a range of yeast-derived taste potentiators called Sensarite, aimed at maintaining an authentic taste profile in bakery and dairy products reformulated to be better for health and nutrition.

New Med diet symbol to flag up healthy goods

By  Lorraine Heller

A new Mediterranean diet packaging symbol was today launched in the US, and is set to enjoy significant success from food manufacturers keen to flag up products that meet the nutrition criteria of the diet.