Food industry fears coming of traffic light labelling
Could concern over obesity lead to significant changes in the regulations governing food labelling and see the implementation of a traffic light system, asks Anthony Fletcher.
Archives for April 13, 2005
PA claims laser sealing could reduce cost and wastage
Packaging Automation has helped to develop a revolutionary new laser sealing and inspection system for food packaging, which could bring important benefits to both food manufacturers and consumers.
Ungerer rolls out new flavour enhancer as salt alternative for formulations
Condemned for contributing to the worsening health problems in the population, food makers are under orders to slash salt levels in their processed food formulations but replacing this cheap flavour enhancer is a challenge for food developers, writes...
FAO debates pros and cons of global livestock market
Globalised livestock markets offer processors and suppliers increased income and direct cost savings, but they are also posing the threat of market exclusion, according to the FAO.