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FDA proposes to relax labeling for irradiated foods

By  Lorraine Heller

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to revise its labeling regulations for irradiated foods and supplements, suggesting that some irradiated foods could be labeled as "pasteurized".

Arla to establish Russian JV for butter, cheese

By  Jess Halliday

Arla Foods is establishing a new joint venture with Russian distribution partner Artis, which will allow it to better tap opportunities in the country's growing cheese and butter market.

Which? criticises complicated sugar labelling

By  Jess Halliday

Consumer watchdog Which? has hit out at confusing labelling of sugar content in foods, placing the onus on manufacturers to put full nutritional information on packs after a survey found high levels in savoury foods that were not immediately apparent.

Scientists fill in encapsulation knowledge gaps

By  Stephen Daniells

Encapsulation of peppermint essential oil as a model flavour in a variety of modified starches is helping scientists fill in knowledge gaps that could further enhance encapsulation of flavours and aromas.