Researchers develop new wheat transformation method
Results from the John Innes Centre research show that the new system yields transformation efficiencies of up to 25 percent – five times those generally achieved using comparable systems.
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Study investigates link between child health and Ethiopian rural markets
The rural poor in Ethiopia tend to live near lower-quality markets that sell food at high prices, impacting the health of children, a study from the International Food Policy Research Institute has found.
Taylor’s Sausage Inc recalls meat and poultry sausage products
Taylor’s Sausage Inc is recalling around 641 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry sausage products due to potential mislabelling.
Field test detects banana fungus TR4 faster than ever
The WUR test is considered faster and more practical than laboratory tests and is said to allow banana farmers and authorities to take immediate measures once suspect plants test positive for the fungus.
Study shows dietary habits promote Alzheimer’s and cognitive impairment
A new study has revealed that dietary salt promotes cognitive impairment through tau phosphorylation.
T & R Enterprise USA Inc recalls meat and poultry products
The meat and poultry egg roll products have been recalled because they were produced and packed under insanitary conditions.
Cargill invests $35m in Europe to produce healthy, soluble fibres
The European investment aims to enable food manufacturers to create calorie-reduced products with improved nutritional profiles.
Survey finds 76 percent of Brits take food safety for granted
A recent YouGov survey, commissioned by the Red Tractor Food Assurance Scheme, found that 8 out of 10 UK adults are not concerned about food safety and standards.
Olam international acquires US almond processor for $54 million
Olam International Ltd has announced that it has signed a purchase agreement to acquire a 100 percent interest in Californian almond processor and ingredient manufacturer Hughson Nut Inc (HNI).
Shivam Distributors recalls ‘Dry Dates’ due to undeclared sulphites
The recalled 'Parviar Dry Dates' were distributed in Florida through retail grocery stores between May 2019 and October 2019.
European Court of Justice enables use of natural phages against Listeria
The anti-Listeria phage product Listex™ can now be used to prevent the presence of Listeria during the final stages of food production.
FAO and WUWM collaborate to combat food loss and waste
FAO and the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) have agreed to update and strengthen their partnership with a focus on globally reducing food loss and waste, and assure the supplies of healthy and fresh foods.
Portable DNA sequencer “quickly and accurately” diagnoses wheat viruses
A group of scientists in Kansas have developed a new technology that makes it possible to rapidly identify viruses in wheat fields with a higher level of accuracy.
Climate change is destroying chocolate, says Fairtrade Finland
The 'Chocogeddon' campaign, unveiled by Fairtrade Finland, aims to raise awareness of the impact of climate change on the chocolate supply chain.
Are women still confronted with obstacles in the alcohol industry?
Montanya Distillers CEO, Karen Hoskin, has said women have seen progress in the alcohol industry, but investments remain low.
