Workers exposed to nanotech risk, warns scientist
Workers in manufacturing producing nanotech foods and other goods may be exposed to a health risk, according to a scientific article.
Archives for November 9, 2006
PLThomas expands Tomat-O-Red distribution
PLThomas is set to offer LycoRed's natural colorant line to food and beverage companies throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, in an exclusive deal that expands the distrutors reach with the natural red antioxidant food coloring.
Future fortunes of cereal, dairy snack sectors analysed
Cereal and dairy snack innovations that respond to lifestyle changes will be key to the future profitability of these sectors, according to Leatherhead Food International.
One in 20 EU pesticides fake, claims study
More than one in 20 pesticides sold in the EU could be fake, potentially endangering food safety and human health, according to the Society of Chemical Industry.
Hispanic purchasing trends vary by region, reveals report
Food and beverage manufacturers looking to target the growing US Hispanic market should take into account regional trends in the population group that affect their purchasing behavior, according to a new report.
Food experts examine benefits of olive oil, Med diet
Food professionals and culinary experts from around the world are today gathering in the southern Italian region of Puglia for six days of seminars, symposia and product tasting in an effort to understand and promote the health benefits of the...
Soil condition crucial in acrylamide production, study
Flour made from sulphur-deprived wheat contains higher levels of acrylamide, according to new research.