Archives for March 14, 2008

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Artemis extends excipient-free purple corn line

By  staff reporter

Artemis is launching a new excipient-free purple corn ingredient standardised to 12 percent anthocyanins, extending the options for companies developing antioxidant-based products.

Kosher demand from the west fuels Israel exports

By  Laura Crowley

Israel export values are growing in line with an increasing global demand for kosher food, fuelled by consumer preference for its clear labelling and rigorous requirements.

EU, US heading for conflict over dairy taxes

By  Chris Jones

The European Commission's ambassador to the United States, John Bruton, has strongly criticized proposals that would tax imported dairy products to pay for US promotional programs.

Yearly results raise Raisio expectations

By  staff reporter

Finnish feed, food and ingredients giant Raisio Group has reported a return to the black and increased turnover in a year of change that saw it gain greater control over its activities - particularly in its ingredients division.

Labeling on the agenda for Codex

By  staff reporter

The Codex Committee on Food Labeling (CCFL) will discuss international labeling guidelines amid increasing consumer awareness of the food they eat, a trend that mounts pressure on the industry.

Canadians warned off Ephedra (again)

By  Shane Starling

The Canadian regulator has issued a statement warning consumers against using high-dose Ephedra products it has prohibited since 2002.