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Multiple toxin detection tests may be on the horizon

A four year €4m European Commission funded project aims to develop multiple toxin detection tests for use by food manufacturers within processing plants.

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Nano sensors offer rapid detection of Salmonella, claims ARS

A nano sensor to detect Salmonella bacteria has been developed which could enhance food safety and security, claims a team of scientists.

Food terrorism tops 2009 safety scare list

Economic terrorism and deadly strains of E. coli are among the main food safety issues that manufacturers could face in the US in 2009, according to a law firm which represents victims of food-borne illness outbreaks.

Operations on schedule despite Chapter 11 filing, says Constar

Packaging supplier, Constar International, said that it has filed for Chapter 11 protection as part of a move to reduce its debt by $175m.

Tests to show if salt content meets label claims

A survey to compare the amount of salt in a product to the amount manufacturers claim they contain on the label showed that the majority of foods passed the test.

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New distribution for DSM enzymes in the UK from FoodNavigator

DSM and S Black are extending their distribution arrangement in the UK to cover beverage enzymes, which are now being offered to targeted customers or alongside other ingredients in S Black’s beverage portfolio.

Major international project to boost South Asian cereal production from BakeryAndSnacks

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has announced a $30m collaborative project which aims to boost South Asian cereal production by five million tonnes a year.

Brewers’ reaction mixed to pound-a-pint scheme from BeverageDaily

Brewers should be free to price their products competitively to protect themselves in the current economic downturn, though must ensure they are not discouraging moderate consumption, says a European brewers group.

Frutarom starts year with Oxford acquisition from FoodNavigator

Frutarom has made a confident start to 2009, putting its rapid growth strategy into action once more with an agreement to acquire UK flavour and fragrance ingredients firm Oxford.

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05-Jan-2009

X-ray irradiation does not affect food quality, say US scientists

X-ray technology is effective in killing bacterial pathogens in leafy...

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