Proposals made to amend weighing standards for meat, poultry
The federal government's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) wants to amend weighing standards for meat and poultry products.
Archives for March 29, 2006
EC clears Cargill Degussa acquisition
The EC has cleared Cargill's acquisition of Degussa's food ingredients business after ruling that the move would not stifle competition within the lecithin market.
New genome deal to boost Danone probiotic R&D
France's Danone has announced a three-year licence with US-based Integrated Genomics for access to the ERGO database and genomic discovery system to enhance the group's probiotic understanding and R&D.
Industry blasts new rules on preferential trade area imports
Stricter rules on imported foods and ingredients would cause a red tape nightmare for processors, says the EU food industry.
Food processor hunts for new cooked pasta packing process
A food company is on the hunt for experts to develop equipment that can package cooked pasta more efficiently, according to an anonymous proposal put forward by a consultancy.
DSM pulls out of aspartame market
DSM has today announced its withdrawal from the aspartame business, citing price erosion and unprofitability as key factors.
Baked goods gaining popularity in Indonesia
Sales of crackers, cookies and breakfast cereals are rising fast in Indonesia thanks to higher incomes and the large and growing population.
BASF launches non-GM maize solution for Africa
BASF has developed a non-GM solution to help African maize farmers eradicate a disease that is costing them an estimated € 1.2 billion a year.