Archives for July 18, 2004

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Honey formulations to get cheaper?

Competition for European suppliers of honey has ramped up with Brussels clearing the way to end a two year ban on food imports from China which should pave the way for cheaper raw materials for honey formulations.

The truth behind food labels

With food scares, health concerns and sustainability issues playing heavily on consumers' minds - and influencing their shopping habits - the humble food label has never played a more important role. But how can consumers be certain that what the...

GMA urges no new regulations for RFID

The GMA has said that while there are legitimate privacy implications concerning RFID and EPC, the technology stills offers manufacturers and industry significant benefits.

Water-injected meat: the UK's latest food scandal?

Raw meat injected with water and additives to retain moisture is being sold alongside ordinary fresh meat by leading UK supermarkets, a disclosure that represents yet another blow to the reputation of food production writes Anthony Fletcher.