Archives for October 17, 2007

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Halal flavourings launched on market

By  Charlotte Eyre

Flavour firm SAFC today announced it has launched 350 halal-certified flavourings, many of which can be used in the bakery industry, as part of a bid to tap into booming Asian markets.

Nanoscale particles designed to block UV light

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Nanoscale titanium dioxide particles could be the next breakthrough in food and beverage plastic packaging, having the ability to prevent ultraviolet light from reducing shelf life.

EU milk quota levies fall amidst CAP reforms

By  Neil Merrett

Fines imposed on EU member states for exceeding milk production quotas in the latest marketing year are down 38 per cent from last season as the bloc continues to cut its reliance on subsidies.

Traffic light labels adopted for Irish oats

By  Charlotte Eyre

Northern Ireland cereal company White's said Tuesday that it will adopt the UK Food Standard Agency's (FSA) traffic light labelling, as part of a drive to encourage healthy eating in the region.