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Global food markets ‘neither secure nor resilient’

The UK has become increasingly reliant on imported food and its faith in the long-term surety of the global market is misplaced, according to research released by the Soil Association.

What zero-calorie approval means for erythritol users

Henry Hussell, European marketing manager for Cargill Sweetness, explains what the recent EU approval of erythritol's zero-calorie claim means for food manufacturers.

Study affirms safe view of coriander oil for food

A new assessment has concluded that coriander essential oil is safe for use in foods, based on a long history of use and lack of toxicity in limited studies.

Ginkgo biloba has no benefits against dementia: Study

The herb gingko biloba may not reduce the rate of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study with 3,000 elderly people in the US.

Boost to sunflower lecithin use expected with Cargill entry

Cargill is launching its first ever lecithin from sunflower, which it expects to attract interest from manufacturers pursuing allergen-free claims and to prove particularly popular for confectionery.

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Four-step plan for spotting emerging risks proposed from FoodProductionDaily

A simple four-part plan may lead to better early identification of emerging food safety issues, according to researchers involved in a EU-wide project.

Hochdorf hopes to tempt children with low-fat bakery from BakeryAndSnacks

Hochdorf has said it hopes that its recent introduction of Lupidor, a fat-replacing lupin seed extract, in bakery items could help to make low-fat products which are still appealing to children.

Antibiotic resistant E.coli could spread, warns Soil Association from FoodProductionDaily

A newly discovered antibiotic resistant strain of E.coli is at risk of spreading, the Soil Association has warned, as no restrictions have been made on the animals the herd where it was identified.

Finding positives in EFSA's negative HC opinions from NutraIngredients

The level of science required to back health claims under Europe’s new regulations is high, and negative opinions are likely, but there is no need to panic, says Indena’s Christian Artaria. Yet.

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