Archives for June 2, 2008

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Tyson label withdrawal shows need for labeling protocol

By  Jess Halliday

More consistency and clarity is needed on the USDA's labeling and advertising rules on meat and livestock-raising claims, Tyson Foods has said as it announced the withdrawal of its 'raised without antibiotics' chicken label.

FSA issues guidance for clearer labelling

By  Laura Crowley

New labelling guidelines were issued this week by the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) to help manufacturers in present vital product information in a clearer way.

Treatt expects better results following Earthoil buyout

By  Jess Halliday

Treatt is expecting Earthoil to make a better contribution to results since acquiring the remaining 50 per cent of Earthoil Plantations and Earthoil Kenya, giving it full control over operations.

Rome Food Security Summit

Hungry eyes look to Rome for answers

By  Jess Halliday

As world leaders gather in Rome for the first day of talks on food price escalation and, with luck, to settle on a common strategy to deal with the crisis, the FAO has put a price on eradicating hunger: $30bn.