International probiotic group establishes quality seal standards
The International Probiotics Association (IPA) has set criteria for a mooted labeling scheme that will allow probiotics products to bear a quality seal.
Archives for March 28, 2008
Synergy unites operations across UK and Ireland
Synergy has adopted a new structure for its businesses in the UK and Ireland, with closer coordination of operations and development activities and the ultimate aim of providing a 'one touch' service to clients.
Industry cooperation needed for applying rice tests
The food industry is being asked to work with the European Commission to implement testing measures for rice imports from China to prevent unauthorised GM material entering the European food system.
Study highlights Canadian pulse cultivar differences
A new study sheds light on the healthy and functional properties of pea, lentil and chickpea flours, using different cultivars grown in Canada under the same environmental conditions.
Food safety worries makes consumers label-savvy
US consumers are increasingly turning to the information on their food labels amid the growing incidence of food safety scares, according to the Hartman Group.