Archives for February 9, 2009

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Nano method may enhance food packaging

By Jane Byrne

US researchers have found a way of keeping food fresher for longer while using less packaging material, claims an article in the journal Science.

Key food and drink processing drivers highlighted

By staff reporter

Projects that foster collaboration between industry, funding bodies and science and technology providers will be given impetus by a new publication which outlines the future needs of the food and drink processing industries, claims Campden BRI.

M&S wins teacake tax row

By Lindsey Partos

UK retailer Marks & Spencer has won a protracted legal battle against the VAT office that had classified its marshmallow teacakes as chocolate biscuits.

No room for functional foods gloom

Last week’s withdrawal of a high-profile functional food in France is disappointing for the company concerned and maybe for the healthy/functional foods industry, but you may be led to think differently if you happen to be a reader of the UK broadsheet,...