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Green projects proving earners for cereal and snack makers, report

By Jane Byrne

Cereal, bakery and snack makers are increasingly working to reduce their carbon footprint, reaping cost savings in the process and plugging into new business opportunities, according to a new report from UK industry representatives, the FDF.

Lactic acid improves stevia flavor, says Purac

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Purac has become the latest company to release a natural flavor masker to help drinks makers deal with the reported bitter or licorice-like aftertaste sometimes experienced with stevia sweeteners.

EFSA reaffirms safety of Monsanto rapeseed oil

By Jane Byrne

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has reaffirmed the safety of Monsanto's genetically modified (GM) GT73 oilseed rape, stating that it is unlikely to have a detrimental effect on human or animal health or the environment when used for food and...