Russian drought may drive up meat prices
Drought in Russia has led to a catastrophic loss of grain, which is threatening to cause a deficiency in feed resources and a rise in prices for all types of meat this autumn.
Archives for August 29, 2012
Researchers aim to develop new ‘super spaghetti'
An international team of researchers is working to produce better quality pasta that could contribute to improving health.
Soaring French spirits taxes rock Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard admits that the effects of a hefty 2012 French VAT hike on spirits has ‘severely affected’ the fortunes of key brand Ricard and other aniseed spirits with 45%+ ABV.
Birko defends hand soap after link to impaired muscle function
Birko has defended an antibacterial ingredient it uses in hand soaps for the food processing industry after it was linked to impairing muscle function.
Scrapping ‘fat tax’ on Denmark budget agenda
The idea of scrapping tax on sugary and fatty food and drink has been incorporated into budget proposals by the Danish government.
Nestlé sustainability champion: GM food not 'answer' to feeding world
Genetically modified (GM) food is unnecessary to feed the world and the food industry would reap more benefits from using resources more sustainably and employing other techniques.
CIS ramps up fight against African Swine Fever
Former Soviet countries in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) are taking desperate measures to tackle African Swine Fever (ASF), which is causing devastation to pig herds in the region.