Organic nutrition review a call for stronger science
30-Jul-2009 - A new review of studies on the nutritional content of organic and conventional produce has...
Baby ingredients' source more important than organic, say firms
29-Jul-2009 - Parents are more interested in the source of ingredients in baby foods than in whether...
Metallic pine nut taste: Industry hypotheses
22-Jul-2009 - Since we reported on the UK’s Food Standard Agency’s investigation of reports of a mysterious...
UK authorities in the dark over aflatoxin-contaminated peanut butter
22-Jul-2009 - Food safety authorities in the UK have confirmed they know neither the exact quantity nor...
Breakthrough offers peanut allergy hope
20-Jul-2009 - Scottish scientists have reported a breakthrough that could slash the numbers of fatal cases...
‘Metallic’ pine nut mystery stumps food analysts
17-Jul-2009 - The UK’s Food Standards Agency is investigating curious reports of a lingering metallic taste in...
Wild introduces premium rooibos infusion concept
06-Jul-2009 - Wild is introducing a new rooibos infusion idea for ready-to-drink teas that complements its existing...
EU scraps ban on misshaped fruit and veg
02-Jul-2009 - Less food waste and more choice will result from the EU’s decision to scrap...
Sweeter fruit may follow melon genome completion
01-Jul-2009 - Scientists from Texas have completed the mapping of the melon genome, opening up possibilities...
Sweden seeks feedback on enviro-health food guidelines
26-Jun-2009 - Swedish authorities have drawn up a new set of guidelines on diet choices for health...
Pledges sought for organic awareness campaign
18-Jun-2009 - The UK organic sector is seeking contributions towards a consumer-facing organic awareness campaign, in advance...
Wild looks to maximise chocolate-fruit filling potential
17-Jun-2009 - A supplier of fillings for confectionery goods says that it is can now allow manufacturers...
Dispatches from IFT
Super fruit expertise opens up super veggie potential
12-Jun-2009 - Expertise garnered from studying super fruit is opening up possibilities to make super veggies. NZ...
Dispatches from IFT
Naturex launches fruit and veg extracts for stability
09-Jun-2009 - Naturex has introduced new fruit and vegetable extracts to its NATstabil line, extending the options...
Olive extracts may slow spoilage of meats
05-Jun-2009 - Polyphenol-rich extracts from olive oil pomace may reduce the formation of off-flavours in meats...
Ocean Spray shores up cranberry team in Japan
02-Jun-2009 - Ocean Spray has a new strategic partnership to identify new opportunities and stimulate growth for...
Organic conversion label could enable price premiums
25-May-2009 - Developing an official ‘label’ for organic conversion-grade produce would let farmers secure price premiums while...
Commission takes action over nicotine mushroom mystery
12-May-2009 - The European Commission is taking risk management measures over the occurrence of high nicotine levels...
Mediterranean diet may lower blood pressure: Study
11-May-2009 - Following a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in olive oil and fruit and vegetables, may improve vascular...
Organic apples beat conventionals on antioxidants
24-Apr-2009 - Organically produced apples have a 15 per cent higher antioxidant capacity than conventionally produced apples,...
Walnuts and fish affect heart health differently
23-Apr-2009 - Including both walnuts and fish products in the diet is required to reduce risks of...
Ocean Spray to sell concentrates eBay-style
20-Apr-2009 - Ocean Spray's Ingredient Technology Group is to hold online auctions for its cranberry concentrate,...
French cranberry claim unaffected by EFSA stance, says Ocean Spray
17-Apr-2009 - The world’s only officially mandated cranberry health claim will not be affected by...
French fruit juice is recession-proof, declares group
16-Apr-2009 - Fruit juice is still a dynamic, growing sector in France and is showing no sign...
Fruit and veg allergies could outstrip peanuts
15-Apr-2009 - The number of people who are allergic to fruit and vegetables is soaring and could...
