Archives for May 24, 2009

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Organic conversion label could enable price premiums

By Jess Halliday

Developing an official ‘label’ for organic conversion-grade produce would let farmers secure price premiums while they are going through the organic conversion process, claims a new European study.

Arsenic rice study prompts new advice for parents

By Jess Halliday

The UK’s Food Standards Agency is advising that infants are not given rice drinks as a replacement for cows’ milk, breast milk, or infant formula, following a new study that indicates potential to exceed maximum intake of arsenic.

MSG: Review dismisses allergy concerns

By Stephen Daniells

Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavour-enhancer, does not increase the risk of developing allergies, such as asthma and rhinitis, says a new review from the US.