Gellan gum added to USDA’s National List
Gellan gum has been included in the National List of non-organic ingredients allowed for use in organic foods and beverages, according to a Federal Register notice.
Archives for January 17, 2011
Special Edition: Food in the Future
Focus on food waste for future food security, says Worldwatch
Waste prevention strategies and promoting self-sufficiency could be key to feeding the world’s fast-growing population, according to a new report from the Worldwatch Institute.
Organic consumer base ‘holds steady’, claims market researcher
The percentage of US consumers buying organic products has remained steady at 38-39 percent for three years running, according to research from TABS Group.
Swifter salmonella test a ‘milestone’ for egg industry - researcher
A unique molecular test that detects Salmonella enteritidis (SE) in poultry eggs can provide results up to 10-times faster than traditional methods, said the US company behind the product.
Consumers confused about whole grains, suggests General Mills research
Most Americans believe they consume enough whole grain – but only five percent get the recommended three servings per day, according to new research carried out by General Mills.
Calorie contents may influence taste and satiety: Study
The calorific content of drinks may influence satiety by affecting taste activation in the brain, according to new research.