Archives for October 25, 2005

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Feta ruling emphasises danger of branding local foods

By  Ahmed ElAmin

A European Court of Justice ruling yesterday prohibiting cheese makers outside of designated areas in Greece from calling their products "feta" emphasises the danger to food processors of making branded products based on local traditions.

Butter revival batters margarine sales in UK

By  Chris Mercer

Butter is making a comeback on lower fat margarine as UK consumers trade up to treat themselves, but the overall fats market is shrinking and imported brands are taking the biggest winnings.

Danisco dairy plots new probiotic strains

By  Chris Mercer

Probiotic ingredients are the main focus down at Danisco Cultures' research and development labs, but false claims are hampering the market, business director Patrick Veau tells DairyReporter.com.