Chewing gum tax calls in Northern Ireland
A political party in Northern Ireland is pressing for a domestic chewing gum tax to pay for clean-up costs on streets.
Archives for November 20, 2012
Sugar Update
EU greets added sugar supplies as US confectioners row with producers
Sugar users in the EU have welcomed plans to release more sugar to the market, while counterparts in the US have condemned the sugar lobby for allegedly exaggerating available supplies.
RAN urges Cargill to take stronger action on palm oil sustainability
The Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has urged Cargill to take clear, decisive action to ensure its palm oil suppliers commit to sustainable production, while Cargill has said that RAN allegations of malpractice are unfounded and untrue.
No health risk from candelilla wax, says EFSA
Confectionery glazing agent candelilla wax (E 902) has been deemed safe to use in Europe after a reevaluation from the European Food Safety Authority.
DISPATCHES FROM BRAU BEVIALE 2012, NUREMBERG
Anti-microbial air treatment will become ‘important’ hygiene factor - Ecolab
Anti-microbial air treatment systems will become a “very important” hygiene factor in the food manufacturing industry in coming years, Ecolab’s Marcus Ley told reporter Mark Astley.