UK food industry apprentice numbers soar
An initiative to deliver skilled trainees into the UK food and drink industries in a bid to bridge the skills gaps in the sector is going from strength to strength, said Improve.
Archives for March 9, 2011
Waste minimisation target of new bun inspection system
Waste minimisation is said to be at the heart of a sandwich bun inspection system developed by the US based Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI).
Industry and regulators taking steps to tackle mineral oil risk from packaging
The paper and packaging industries are taking a hands-on role in exploring ways to curb the presence of mineral oils in the manufacture of their products, said a leading trade body.
EFSA establishes new ADIs for caramel colours
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that caramel colours are not carcinogenic or genotoxic, and there is no evidence that they have adverse effects on human reproduction and child development.
Amcor settles over packaging price fixing claim
Amcor announced today that it has reached an agreement with Jarra Creek to resolve allegations that it took part in a packaging price fixing cartel, worth hundreds of millions of dollars.