Archives for September 17, 2008

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Polypropylene film additive gains EU approval

By Jane Byrne

A resin which enables producers to produce stiffer, thinner and visually clear film with improved moisture resistance has received approval for use in food contact film in Europe, says its manufacturer.

Grain markets bounce back after fears of AIG offload

By Sarah Hills

Corn, wheat and soy prices have made a quick recovery following emergency action by CME to prevent the market being flooded after the $85bn government bail-out of insurance giant AIG.