Natural sweeteners derived from the stevia plant could be authorized for EU-wide use by the end of the year, after governments approved their sale in certain foodstuffs, the European Union's executive said on Tuesday.
Sunwin International Neutraceuticals Inc., Domino Foods Inc. and WILD Flavors GmbH have entered into an collaboration agreement to support the food and beverage industry by offering all-natural sweeteners made from all-natural products such as cane sugar, rice, malt and stevia.