News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
The world's number one caramel colour supplier DD Williamson is driving deeper into the Nordic countries, signing a deal with Swedish food distibutor Norfoods to build growth in the increasingly mature caramel colour market.
Europe tackles levels of cadmium contaminated foods, particularly in children, finding that cereals and vegetables contribute two thirds of the consumption of this toxic heavy metal that can cause kidney disease.
GM starch and corn oil are cleared for use in European food formulations after Brussels gives the green light on a genetically modified maize line from US biotech giant Monsanto, reports Lindsey Partos.