Scientists have succeeded in producing genetically modified linseed plants that accumulate significant levels of very long-chain poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) in seed.
Linguagen Corp., a taste technology company, announced it has received a letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) indicating the agency does not have any questions regarding the GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status of its bitter blocker adenosine monophosphate (AMP).
Cranberry and oregano extracts combined with lactic acid may inhibit the growth of bacteria in meat and fish, say researchers from the University of Massachusetts.
General Mills Inc. announced that it will sell to an affiliate of Lehman Brothers $835 million of Class B preferred interests in General Mills Cereals LLC.
In response to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration's (FDA) call for clearer nutrition communications on smaller packages, Kraft Foods Inc. is launching improved nutrition labels that it claims will make it easier for consumers to choose the portion size of the foods they eat.
Omega Protein Corporation, a manufacturer of fish oils containing healthy, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), announced that it has entered into a manufacturing and supply agreement with National Starch and Chemical Company.
On the threshold of a new growing emphasis to increase whole grain consumption to help fight disease in the U.S., General Mills announced that it will become the first leading food manufacturer to make all of its Big G breakfast cereals with whole grain.