French food safety authorities have questioned the validity of studies linking bisphenol A (BPA) to human health problems but said the research does flag up ?warning signs? that warrant extra analysis.

The USDA has described the Food 2030 report as ambitious in its vision for a secure and sustainable food supply but short on detail on how to achieve that goal.

Biomass materials such as cocoa shells can be used as new, cost effective sources of energy for chocolate processors aiming to reduce their carbon footprint, claims Buhler.

Greater collaboration and information sharing could help the food industry tackle food fraud, according to a new report from the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and consulting firm AT Kearney.

Chinese authorities have closed two dairies in the northern region of Ningxia following the discovery of a further 170 tonnes of melamine tainted milk powder, according to media reports.

?An army marches on its stomach.? This advice, from French military adventurer Napoleon, seems to have impressed the US military which is considering fortifying troops? rations with omega-3 fatty acids. What is it waiting for?

Increasing use of aluminium food and beverage packaging in developing countries will be one factor behind a possible surge in global demand for the material, said one industry leader.