Archives for June 17, 2009

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Could vinegar be natural fat fighter?

By Stephen Daniells

Ordinary vinegar – acetic acid – may prevent the build up of fat, and therefore weight gain, according to results of a study with mice from Japan.

Dairy growth highlights future packaging challenges: Report

By Neil Merrett

Dairy product sales in the US have continued to rise during 2008, defying higher prices for consumers and creating a number of challenges and opportunities for packagers in the future, according to a new report.

Organizations oppose new food safety bill

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The Food Safety Enhancement Act has been broadly welcomed by industry but a group of organizations has issued a letter to the relevant committee voicing strong opposition to several of the bill’s provisions.

US and Canada agree on organic equivalency

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The US and Canada have come to an agreement on organic equivalency standards, expanding organic trade opportunities, US Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced on Wednesday.