Which? lampoons junk food ad ban
British consumer watchdog Which? has branded the new junk food advertising ban a "sham", saying broadcasting regulator Ofcom wasted its opportunity to veto food industry commercials that target young children.
Archives for April 27, 2006
BSE on the rise in Poland
Poland has confirmed a new case of BSE in one of its cows, as figures suggest the disease has crept forward in the country amid a rapid fall in outbreaks elsewhere in the world.
Industry awaits regulator's review of aspartame
Food processors are waiting with bated breath for the release next week of an EU regulatory review either confirming or rejecting the results of a scientific study claiming that aspartame poses a cancer risk.
Cargill joins fight to improve school nutrition
Cargill has formed an educational partnership to help elementary schools boost student health.
Buhler releases pilot extruder for test production runs
Swiss-based Buhler has released a new extruder to help food companies test their processes before ramping up to full production output.
Guide published on handling biodegradable packaging
NatureWorks has produced a handling guide to help those along the supply chain handle biodegradable plastic packaging made from its polylactic acid (PLA).
Scharffen Berger taps premium chocolate demand
A San Francisco-based confectioner is tapping demand for premium chocolate through careful attention to the entire chocolate-making process.