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30-Sep-2004
Thermo develops new monitoring techniques
Processing equipment provider Thermo Electron has developed a number of new monitoring systems design to help manufacturers cut costs and increase product safety.
Parabens: food authority proposes limit for food preservative
Europe's food watchdog comes up with benchmark consumer consumption doses for antimicrobial agents used sparingly by food manufacturers as a preservative in meat products and potato snacks, reports Lindsey Partos.
29-Sep-2004
Produkti Pitania invests in meeting western poultry standards
Produkti Pitania, the Russian poultry processor, is to spend $50 million on bringing its production up to western standards amid growing demand from consumers. But, asks Angela Drujinina, how will...
Manufacturers, retailers implicated in latest Russian food fraud
The discovery by Russia's State Trade Inspectorate of tons of fake condensed milk on the supermarket shelves in Moscow and St. Petersburg has once again highlighted the enormity of the...
New scanner to improve baking batches
A new infrared scanner capable of telling bakers exactly when their dough will be perfect for making bread, cakes and other baked goods has been developed by the UK's largest...
No decision from Brazil senate on GM soy
Brazil, the number two soy producer after the US, has again delayed voting on a bill regulating the use of genetically modified organisms, suggesting that the Lula-led government might repeat...
28-Sep-2004
UN hosts food safety debate
Food safety comes to the table for global discussions convened by two UN-backed agencies next month.
Legal loophole over UK packaged meat exposed
A Food Standards Agency survey suggests that a legal loophole is being used by manufacturers to mislead UK consumers over the amount of fat in packaged mince.
27-Sep-2004
Fish sausage formula spears meat alternatives
Russian fish consumption is rising as consumers turn to healthier, safer and cheaper alternatives to meat, but with good quality fish products hard to come by in some parts of...
Pesticide residues highlighted in lettuce samples
Evidence that regular testing for pesticides in foodstuffs is valuable to both the consumer and industry comes after a government-backed initiative finds lettuce and farmed fish products among the most...
24-Sep-2004
Is Codex doing enough?
Codex Alimentarius fails consumer organisations, claims a leading consumer group, but ongoing Codex action and work accomplished suggests the UN-backed body is doing much good for food safety and trade.
Food data bank expands industry knowledge
European food makers looking to achieve a competitive edge in the US can now access a new bank of information from US government.
23-Sep-2004
Freezing breakthrough makes better tasting food possible
A scientific breakthrough from freezing specialist Asymptote has been granted a European patent, opening the door to the multi-billion pound frozen food market, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Scientists uncover secrets of mixing ingredients
Engineers from the US have demonstrated that stirring a mix of granular ingredients faster or longer in food manufacturing won't always give you a smooth blend, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Traceability concerns as GM grass blows far
Pollen from a genetically modified (GM) grass has travelled up to 21 kilometres on the wind before pollinating other grasses, a new study in the US has found.
22-Sep-2004
Fat bloom findings bring savings for chocolate makers
Chocolate makers could see savings from new research that sets out to tackle the common problem of fat bloom, an unsightly white powdery film that forms on the outside of...
New TasteTech design protects paprika in acid formulations
The use of natural colours in food formulations continues to grow on the back of the soaring functional food trend but food makers looking to swap artificial for natural are...
21-Sep-2004
Food makers respond to minister over salt levels
Pushed by a UK minister, food makers handed in plans at the weekend to slash the salt content in processed foods but the industry has criticised the government move, suspecting...
Egg safety legislation gives industry cause for concern
The FDA has proposed an obligatory on-farm Salmonella control check in order to reduce the risk of Salmonella illnesses caused by infected eggs.
Sweden beats salmonella
The country with the lowest occurrence of salmonella in the world said this week it has aroused 'great interest' in the US for its methods to control this harmful pathogen.
20-Sep-2004
US meat packer launches voluntary recall
US meat packing firm Packerland is conducting a voluntary recall of 59,000 pounds of ground beef that may be contaminated with E. coli 0157:H7 bacteria.
EFSA backs move for more rapid live BSE tests
Europe's food safety authority backs calls for a rapid test for live cattle in the battle against Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy and which could save on needless culling.
Australia defends Monsanto corn
Australia's food watchdog reassures consumers on the safety of a genetically modified corn refined for use in a range of food products after new research sparks rumours.
Bitter blocker backed by FDA
A bitter-blocking ingredient developed by Linguagen has been backed for use in foods, beverages and oral pharmaceutical dosage forms by the country's regulatory authorities.
Oregano-cranberry mix cuts deadly Listeria bacteria
An oregano and cranberry concoction could be a potent anti-microbial agent for food processors under constant pressure to reduce the risk of foodborne diseases in the ever-expanding food production chain.
17-Sep-2004
United Nations puts its weight behind food safety
As Europe's codex committee meets next week to discuss proposals for worldwide risk principles, the UN's World Health Organisation (WHO) has today urged countries to improve ways they can respond...
DNA tool detects drop in 'good' bacteria for cheese
Cheese makers could improve the end product as new DNA tools lead French scientists to identify that refrigerating raw milk for as little as 24 hours can cut levels of...
16-Sep-2004
Nanotechnology: a food production revolution in waiting
Nanotechnology offers food production many potential benefits, but its development must be guided by appropriate safety assessments and regulation if risks are to be minimised, according to a UK report.
Quercetin levels high in Mauritian vegetables
Further evidence to support the antioxidant power of broccoli and cabbage revealed this week following a small investigation into the phenol and flavonoid levels of ten common vegetables.
K-Tek launches high -pressure liquid detector
K-Tek has launched a liquid detector guided by wave radar readings that are immune to fluctuations in specific gravity and variations in dielectric constants.
EU25 backs Codex risk principles
Risk analysis is on the table at an upcoming European codex session next week in Bratislava with EU 25 offering its support to a proposal for new principles on the...
New science clarifies flavour balance for orange juice matrix
Researchers exploring the flavour thresholds of orange juice have made strides towards designing more precise flavour profiles for better quality citrus juices that will ultimately cut costs for beverage manufacturers...
15-Sep-2004
GE tests container security
GE's security business has begun testing a cost-effective container security solution for use in maritime shipping. The new product is designed to detect unauthorised access to a container, and can...
Bakery enzyme wins innovation award
Danisco's newcomer to the food enzyme market earns recognition from the industry as the 'most innovative ingredient' at the food ingredients exhibition in Brazil earlier this month.
14-Sep-2004
Smoked mackerel home to potential carcinogens
Extending food scientists' understanding of potential carcinogens in fish products Greek researchers identify high levels of potentially carcinogenic compounds in cold- and hot-smoked mackerel samples.
Mangoes undergo texture profile analysis
The gumminess texture of fresh mangoes could be improved through the presence of an enzyme involved in the breakdown of plant cell walls and in combination with calcium chloride.
German food agency warns about Shiitake mushroom
An Asian mushroom savoured by Japanese emperors for centuries and increasingly used by European consumers in cooking could cause a skin reaction in people sensitive to the polysaccharide.
New findings to beat stale food
Hoping to beat the chemical forces that make tortillas brittle, a US chemist is taking a close look at the causes of staling in aging tortillas to ultimately stop all...
13-Sep-2004
European food body investigates harmful furan
Europe's food watchdog calls on the €600 billion food and drink industry to find out more about the presence of a potentially harmful carcinogen - furan - in foods after...
Nanotechnology boost for UK food scientists
Researchers in the UK have been awarded a £1.4 million government grant to develop a new generation of micro Rheometers to help characterise and develop liquid based products.
Salt slashed in processed food
The UK food industry has backed a new campaign launched today by the country's food agency to slash salt levels in food products and reduce overall salt consumption in the...
10-Sep-2004
Heinz invests in quality and innovation centre
Global food giant Heinz is building an international research and technical facility to establish better safety and quality assurance procedures for its products.
Anderol lubricant aims to aid energy efficiency
Food processors can greatly reduce power consumption and meet food safety initiatives through using a new range of food grade lubricants, claims Anderol.
09-Sep-2004
Thermo Electron launches on-line CO2 analyser
Thermo Electron has introduced a continuous on-line CO2 analyser that gives fizzy drink manufacturers early detection of CO2 contamination.
Brussels clears GM corn in EU25 fields
For the first time in Europe's history, and in the face of strong opposition, European countries will be able to grow GM maize in their fields as Brussels waves through...
Food labels still confusing, say consumers
Once again European consumer organisations warn this week that food makers should tidy up their food labels to help confused consumers understand the nutritional value of a food products.
08-Sep-2004
Byrne bids adieu
On the eve of his departure as head of consumer protection in Brussels, EU Commissioner David Byrne claims that public confidence in Europe's food chain 'is returning', thanks to a...
Commission takes on controversial GM seed limits
Now tight rules are in place for the labelling of GM ingredients on food products, Brussels has moved down the food chain to tackle the sensitive issue of genetically modified...
07-Sep-2004
EU-funded remote monitoring scheme unveiled
Scientists behind a three-year EU-funded project to create a remote monitoring system for production machinery claims that the technology is ready to be put into practice.
New soybean to slash harmful fats
Ahead of new rules on the labelling of trans fatty acids in the US due in 2006, biotech group Monsanto has designed low-linolenic soybeans that can make a soybean oil...
Public rejection of GM food mounts
Despite tough new rules on GM food labels, food makers will stick to non-GM alternatives as new evidence from the UK shows British consumers will continue to refuse to buy...
06-Sep-2004
Researchers uncover benefits of wheat-based packaging
Could environmentally-friendly biodegradable containers made from wheat starch eventually replace traditional polystyrene-based products? Only if the price is right, reports Anthony Fletcher.
Mettler Toledo weighs in with the BBA platform
Mettler Toledo has launched the BBA platform, its latest range of scales designed specifically for the food industry. The open design platform, which is the world's first IP69K-certified scale, is...
03-Sep-2004
EU and Russia end meat import stand-off
The EU and Russia have resolved a trade dispute that threatened to halt imports of EU beef, pork and poultry worth $1.4 billion a year.
Pursuit Dynamics builds fluid handling test centre
Pursuit Dynamics has built a new pilot kitchen in order to demonstrate its steam-based PDX fluids handling system, which the company claims can increase production efficiency and conserve energy.
Vietnam and Australia aim to improve fruit production
The Vietnamese Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Development has said that it is working with Australian authorities in an effort to reduce waste caused during the production and harvesting of...
02-Sep-2004
'No proof' of potential citrus aurantium dangers
A review article suggested earlier this week that the use of citrus aurantium, or seville orange, as a substitute to ephedra may do more harm than good to help people...
Europe's trans fat intake given thumbs up, for now
The effect of trans fatty acids (TFAs) on heart health may be greater than that of saturated fatty acids, according to scientists from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), but...
Sensor Wireless launches new bottling diagnostic tool
A new wireless diagnostic tool for bottle and can production lines could revolutionise quality control in beverage packaging, according to the firm behind the technology. Anthony Fletcher reports.
FSA issues erucic acid warning
The UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA) is advising people not to eat a limited number of jars and packets of pickles, sauces and preserved vegetables imported from Bangladesh, China, Pakistan...
01-Sep-2004
Bad weather could cost UK food production £1 billion
The UK government's rural adviser, Lord Haskins, has described the financial implications of this year's awful weather as being more damaging to arable farming than the 2001 foot-and-mouth outbreak was...
GPI launches new aseptic packaging system
Gold Peg International (GPI) has launched an aseptic packaging system that it claims eliminates the need for expensive refrigeration of end food products.
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