Archives for October 17, 2006

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Fish benefits outweigh risks, conclude two studies

By  Jess Halliday

Two new studies published in the US this week seek to blow out of the water fears that people who regularly consumer seafood are putting themselves at risk due to methylmercury, PCB and dioxin contamination. Rather, the benefits of regular fish...

EU pledges more bird flu aid

By  Chris Mercer

Concerns that bird flu may return to ravage the poultry industry and humans have prompted the EU to invest €28m in new research to better spot and control outbreaks.

Sonic wave technology targets brewing

By  staff reporter

The creators of novel, sonic wave processing technology for the food industry will look to build on a successful year by focusing on new developments in the brewing sector.

Cocoa strike disrupts supply

By  Catherine Boal

Cote d'Ivoire cocoa growers have downed tools over pay disagreements, beginning a strike which could dramatically cut supplies to chocolate manufacturers.

Trans fats survey reveals consumer confusion

By  Lorraine Heller

Trans fats remain a vague health risk for most American consumers, who will often not choose to avoid these at the expense of convenience, price and taste, according to new research.

Starchless moulding machine opens up jelly and gum market

By  Catherine Boal

A new cost-cutting moulding and depositing system suitable for use in the manufacture of jelly and gum confectionery has been launched by UK firm Baker Perkins to attract confectioners previously daunted by the processes involved.