Archives for April 8, 2010

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Juice brand Pomegreat says ethical sourcing behind Afghan project

By Jane Byrne

Ethical sourcing and developing the potential of the Afghan pomegranate market are the factors informing a decision by leading UK pomegranate juice brand Pomegreat to accelerate its involvement in a development project in Afghanistan, said the firm.

Store brand success alarms national brand marketers

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A majority of consumers from around the world say that private label products are at least as good as national brands in providing a range of benefits, according to a global survey from Ipsos Marketing.

Office of Dietary Supplements outlines five-year plan

By Shane Starling

Funding new research, supporting new research tools and maximizing supplements knowledge will form the cornerstone of US Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) activity, the body has stated in a five-year mission statement.

Broccoli-extract may protect skin from harmful UV

By Stephen Daniells

Extracts from broccoli sprouts may protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation and reduce the risk of skin cancer, suggest new findings from a study with mice.

Aker inks first major EU krill supplements deal

By Shane Starling

Norwegian krill player Aker BioMarine is reaping the benefits of the European Union novel food approval it achieved in December 2009 by signing its first major food supplements deal in the European Union.

CSIRO soy put to use in Japanese food

The properties of a new soybean bred by CSIRO scientists from an old Japanese bean is being put to use in Japanese foods, as its proteins show excellent gelling properties.