Archives for November 5, 2010

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USDA issues draft environmental assessment of GM sugar beets

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has prepared a draft environmental assessment (EA) of genetically modified sugar beets, including an option to permit planting of the beets under certain conditions.

Washington State repeals candy tax

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Washington State voters have elected to repeal a tax on candy, soft drinks and bottled water that took effect earlier this year.

Raw material costs hit Maple Leaf results

By Mike Stones

Canadian baked goods and meat producer Maple Leaf Foods, has attributed its 2 per cent rise in adjusted operating earnings in the third quarter of this year to the higher costs of grains and meat proteins.