Viterra says acquisition to strengthen food processing presence
Viterra has said its takeover of a Manitoba canola crusher will boost its position in the domestic food processing industry.
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Dispatches from IFT
Superfruit success spawns Blue Pacific berry flavors
Blue Pacific Flavors has said it is focusing on traditional, authentic berry flavors as consumers have become more aware of ‘superfruits’ and their associated health benefits.
Bunge shuts salmonella-tainted canola plants
Bunge has closed two canola meal processing plants in Canada after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found shipments to the US were contaminated with salmonella, the company said on Friday.
Food safety rules and costs threaten nano science benefits
Over restrictive federal regulation of nano science should not be allowed to strangle the benefits the technology could bring to food safety, quality and availability, warns William Norwood, president nanoAgri Systems.
Nitrates and nitrites may be nutritious: Study
Nitrites and nitrates, much maligned additives in processed and cured meats, may help cardiovascular health, suggests a study from the US.