Food prices could triple with climate change: Report
Food prices could more than triple by 2050 as the climate changes, according to a new report from the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).
Archives for September 30, 2009
Lead in bran probe launched by New Zealand
The New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) is to launch an investigation after tests revealed higher than expected levels of lead in samples of bran flakes
'Unique' water-based printing ink improves durability
A series of “unique” water-based, flexographic lamination inks for conventional and retort pouch packaging is more durable and flexible than existing makes, claims its manufacturer the Toyo Ink Group.
Cash injection to help Indian food processors compete abroad
The Indian Government has backed a scheme to boost research and a promote a slew of internationally recognised food safety practices in a bid to help the processing sector compete abroad.
Burcon receives US patent allowance for protein isolate
Canadian firm Burcon has received a notice of allowance from the US Patent and Trademark Office for its Puratein canola protein isolate.