Archives for March 15, 2004

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APEAL: Overthrow the system

Germany's current one-way can deposit system should be scrapped and replaced with a mixed strategy of reuse and recycling, according to the Association of European Steel Producers (APEAL). The body argues that it has the support of consumers, industry...

Salmon influx attracts EU scrutiny

The European Commission is to open an inquiry into the recent surge in EU imports of farmed Atlantic salmon to see if safeguard duties are necessary. Imports of farmed salmon into the EU increased by 14.7 per cent in January to September 2003,...

Developments for the staff of life, bread

Much of the flour that goes into breads, pasta, cakes, breakfastcereals and other foods comes from so-called 'winter wheats', planted in autumn and harvested in spring. New research has identified the key gene involved in the crops development, a...