Trans fats task force backs new labeling regime
An interim report from Canada's Trans Fat Task Force has underlined the importance of new labeling regulations in reducing trans fat consumption.
Archives for September 1, 2005
California acrylamide lawsuit 'contrary to public interest'
The American Council on Science and Health (ACSH) has attacked California Attorney-General Bill Lockyer's lawsuit against a number of high-profile food firms as "unfortunate and contrary to the interest of public health."
Decline in US seasonal chocolate sales
Seasonal chocolate sales in the US are forecast to reach $3.3bn (€2.6bn) in 2005, marking a substantial decline over the past five years, according to a new report published by Research and Markets.
Bakery industry cashes in on wholegrain trend
With wholegrains fast becoming the new health trend, food and ingredients companies are tripping over each other to launch new products and marketing strategies in order to cash in on the craze while interest is high.
Chr Hansen opens world's biggest dairy cultures plant
Danish company Chr Hansen has shored up its lead in the dairy cultures business after doubling capacity at its plant in France, now said to be the world's largest.
New Orleans counts cost of Hurricane Katrina
The terrible human cost of Hurricane Katrina is likely to be prolonged following initial estimations of the damage caused to the city's food industry and transport infrastructure.