China developes yield -doubling wheat
Scientists have successfully developed and tested a hybrid wheat breed that could at least double China's present per-hectare yield, according to the China Daily.
Archives for April 3, 2005
Report claims $3 trillion locked up in supply chains
AMR Research has advised companies on how best to reduce $3 trillion of inventory locked in US and European supply chains.
New DNA sensors offer quick cost-effective food detection
New miniature sensors for analysing DNA have been developed, opening the possibility of accurately and quickly identifying bacterial strains in foodborne illnesses and saving manufacturers millions in product recalls and possible legal action.
Codex discusses trans fats and GM ingredients
Global labelling rules for genetically modified food ingredients as well as trans fatty acid labels are on the agenda at an upcoming Codex meeting in Malaysia.
RHM re-jig ends McDonald's partnership
British food group RHM has confirmed it is in advanced talks to sell its Golden West bakery, ending a troublesome supplier relationship with fast-food giant McDonald's and streamlining the company's focus in preparation for a possible stock market...
Siegwerk adds Sherwood's Datalase to printing range
Sherwood Technology is working with Siegwerk Group in order to market a new range of inks produced using the coding, marking and printing solution DataLase.
Battered Krispy Kreme gets loan lifeline
The Krispy Kreme doughnut company has pulled itself back from the abyss by successfully negotiating a new loan deal, yet financial pressure on the firm remains intense with analysts sceptical about its future expansion strategy, reports Chris Mercer.