From Europe - Daily at 11.00 GMT - Wednesday 20 August 2008
US beef industry backing research to tackle bug
Despite recent recalls, the US beef industry is investing in research and new technologies to ensure beef safety and prevent E. coli contamination, claim industry representatives.
New cooker can brown meat products on all sides, says Double DDouble D Food Engineering has developed a customised Browning Unit to brown meat and vegetable products on all sides without the need for coatings and additives. |
Laser combo improves safety and quality for fresh-cut processors, says firmA new combination of lasers with colour cameras can achieve superior product quality and food safety, claims Key Technology. |
Today's headlines across the Food industry
FDA finalizes betafiber heart health claimCargill’s barley beta concentrate has received a heart health claim go-ahead, following the publication last week... |
EFSA consults on dietary reference intake levelsThe European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has opened a public consultation on Dietary Reference Values (DRVs)... |
Dairy price wars kicking-off in UK and FrancePrice cuts by British supermarkets and French cheese makers may be driving dairy industries in their respective... |
Leatherhead project to analyse chewed-up foodResearchers from Leatherhead are proposing to study the effect of chewing on food structure, to gain an... |
Previous headlines
Weekly commentFalse starting in the stevia raceThe Greeks have a saying that goes something like... |
Salmonella outbreak leads to product recallIrish company Dawn Farm Foods has withdrawn some cooked bacon... |
Plant and worker safety driving cleaning chemical sales - reportRising public awareness of the risk of foodborne illnesses due... |
Wild's increased aseptic ability enables preservative-free drinksWild has increased its volume capacity for aseptic cold filling... |
Wild's increased aseptic ability enables preservative-free drinksWild has increased its volume capacity for aseptic cold filling... |
Farmers over-reliance on antibiotics affects resistance, says organic groupFarmers and veterinary surgeons are giving antibiotics to animals often... |
New BSE test could help allay meat safety fearsA test to instantly detect beef that has been contaminated... |
Edible sensors may indicate bacterial contaminationEdible nano-sensors made from silk could alert consumers to potential... |
US chicken processors seek relief over high input costsThe US chicken industry has expressed disappointed that the Enviromental... |
High speed metal detection ensures quality control, claims Mettler ToledoA new X-ray system will detect foreign bodies, damaged products... |
