Archives for February 14, 2005

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Rising soybean stocks mean stable prices

Global stocks of soybeans continue to rise after last year's price spiking draw-down, with oilseed production for 2004-05 projected to reach 390.2 million tonnes, providing a 'comfort-zone' for inventory levels.

Expenses push Senomyx's revenue down

An increase in research and development and other expenses caused Senomyx's revenue to slip 23 percent in Q4, according to the results published by the company last week.

Codex focus on fats and oils standards

Speciality oil firms will have the chance to voice their concerns on global food codes as 100 government delegates meet to discuss the fats and oil industry at a week-long session, kicking off in the UK next week.

Peanuts in plentiful supply

Several recently published studies have revealed the nutritional benefits of peanuts and USDA figures released last week show that there is no shortage of supply for food manufacturers.

Dietary guidelines influence consumers

Food manufacturers who haven't yet decided to rethink their product ranges based on the recently released dietary guidelines should perhaps do so, according to new research.

Alternatives needed as McDonalds pays trans fat settlement

A landmark settlement on trans fats in the US last week will incite global food makers, fearful of litigation, to delve further into new food formulations that use alternative ingredients to eliminate harmful fatty acids, reports Lindsey Partos.

Forward cover offers comfort to soybean stocks

Global stocks of soybeans continue to rise after last year's price spiking draw-down, with oilseed production for 2004-05 projected to reach 390.2 million tonnes, providing a 'comfort-zone' for inventory levels.