Archives for December 22, 2008

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2008 round up: This year’s most read articles about packaging

By staff reporter

As 2008 draws to a close, FoodProductionDaily.com has been reviewing which articles generated the most interest amongst you, the readers. Interest in active packaging and biodegradability components has been huge, informed by food safety and...

FSA to publish list of additive-free brands

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) has called on food manufacturers to come forward if they wish their company or brands to be included in a list of those that are free from the so-called ‘Southampton six’ colours.

Australian government, industry to set salt targets

By Jess Halliday

Salt reduction targets for food products sold in Australia are expected to be set in October 2009, subject to development and agreement between the government and the food industry.

Soybean oil prices tumble on petroleum fall

By Mike Stones

Falling petroleum prices and an abundance of other vegetable oils has brought soybean oil prices a new low – but other oils are eating away at market share.