Special edition: R&D
Lack of R&D puts EU food sector at risk
Europe’s food and drink sector is lagging behind the competition because of investments in R&D have stagnated since 2006, warns the CIAA.
Archives for October 28, 2010
EFSA strikes a blow against cocoa health claims
The European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA) has struck a blow to the confectionery industry by saying there is not enough evidence to support a link between cocoa flavanols and some of the often touted health benefits.
UK pumps £4.2m into food and drink training
A new £4.2m funding project will cover 50 per cent of employee training costs in the UK food and drink industry and aims to deliver flexible training courses in addition to full qualifications.