Archives for June 10, 2004

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Biotech giant working on 'healthier' food applications

If the biotech industry had first launched foodstuffs bursting with health benefits for the consumer it is likely that shoppers might have more readily accepted genetically modified foods, so claims the former head of the US Food and Drug Administration.

European sports drinks look to catch up with US

Energy and sports drinks continued their rapid rise up the soft drinks rankings last year, driven by new product launches and an increasing trend towards convenience and on-the-go consumption. But while most of the growth has come from North America...

Profitable Martek looks to new applications

Fatty acids producer Martek Biosciences continued its recent profit-making run during the second quarter, which should help its plans to expand further into new markets and new applications, writes Philippa Nuttall.