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Commission develops code of conduct on nanotechnology

Genetic and agricultural data made more accessible

Superheated starch offers fat replacer for formulators

Transparency and science crucial for nutrient profiling, says expert

US Safeway prioritises animal welfare

 
   
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Whisky group calls for greater health collaboration

German authority suspects chocolatiers of price fixing

Whole grain and low fat drive Kellogg innovation

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CIAA flags food and drink innovation shortfall

 
 

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Commission develops code of conduct on nanotechnology
The European Commission has released a voluntary code of conduct for nanotechnology that places the burden of responsibility for consumer safety on industry... Read


Genetic and agricultural data made more accessible
Researchers will be able to gain access more easily to genetic and agricultural data on a wide range of plants with the development on a new online information management system... Read


Superheated starch offers fat replacer for formulators
Replacing fat can be achieved by spreadable gel particles prepared by superheating potato starch and then cooling, Dutch researchers have reported... Read


Transparency and science crucial for nutrient profiling, says expert
Nutrient profiling models should be underscored by sound science, be transparent, and be validated with respect to healthy diets, says a new paper that sets out the steps to developing and validating such models... Read


US Safeway prioritises animal welfare
Suppliers of eggs and meat products to Safeway, one of the US's biggest food retailers, will be under pressure to prove their animal welfare credentials... Read


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Whisky group calls for greater health collaboration
Though the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) claims to be winning the fight to curb irresponsible consumption in its homeland, it has called for more cooperation between industry and government to meet responsible... Read


German authority suspects chocolatiers of price fixing
The Federal Cartel Office in Germany has raided the offices of several confectionery giants over allegations of fixing the price of chocolate, according to news reports... Read


Whole grain and low fat drive Kellogg innovation
Kellogg Company's new product launches are designed to meet the continuing trend for healthy indulgence, with kids' cereals that embrace whole grain and more varied healthy adult cereals... Read


News briefs: Ralcorp, Trian and butter protection
In financial news this week; Ralcorp posts first quarter profit sales increases, Trian attempts to control Wendy's executive board, and an Australian baker strengthens security after the value of his commodities... Read


CIAA flags food and drink innovation shortfall
The European food and drink manufacturing industry is performing below average on nine out of 12 indicators of innovation, says a new report from the CIAA that highlights the need for increased investment and data... Read

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The ethical cocoa confusion

While most consumers agree that ethically-sourced cocoa is no bad thing, an ever increasing number of different schemes risks muddying the issue and puzzling chocolate fans. Read



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Gas Analyser launched for accurate data readings
A new multifunctional gas analyser can provide food packaging companies with accurate data storage and assure traceability for their products, according to its manufacturer Witt Gas Techniques Limited... Read


Danone, Yakult grants to advance probiotic science
The field of probiotics research is set to receive a boost by two new grants announced yesterday by the Global Probiotics Council (GPC)... Read


Scientists probe food structure's effects on aroma release
The release of aroma from a starch-containing food is dictated by interactions of the volatile compound with the carbohydrate, suggests new research from France... Read


Whole grain stamp adapted for Canadian market
The popular Whole Grain Stamp is to be launched in a bilingual version for use on food products in Canada, expanding its reach to more consumer groups as awareness of the healthy grains increases... Read


Potato is best tolerated food, says tester
The potato is well-tolerated by more than 99 per cent of people, according to a study by YorkTest which has dubbed the humble spud, the 'safest food in Britain'... Read

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