Press Releases on August 10, 2015

'Opening address: Climate Change and its Health Impacts on Food/Water Safety and Nutrition', EFSA, FAO, WHO joint seminar, Rome

Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle Speaking Notes Dear Chairman, Representatives of the Italian Ministries of Labour, Health and Social Affairs and the Environment, Land and Sea, Member of the European Parliament, Representative of the European Commission, and …

EFSA presents new work and explains its role in the evaluation of pesticides

In the European Union (EU), the placing on the market and use of plant protection products are regulated under Council Directive 91/414/EC. This Directive contains rules to be applied in a uniform way by the Member States on the conditions and procedures …

EFSA addresses factual mistakes made in statements by CEO and RES

EFSA sets lower tolerable intake level for cadmium in food

EFSA was asked by the European Commission to assess the risks to human health related to the presence of cadmium in foodstuffs in order to support risk managers in reviewing the maximum permitted levels in food. EFSA was also asked to indicate the relative …

Speech by Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle on the occasion of the Scuola per l’Europa 2009 baccalaureate - 6 July 2009

Catherine Geslain-Lanéelle Dear Representative of the Italian Government, Mr President of the Province, Mr Mayor, Members of the school administration and local authorities, Students of the Scuola per l’Europa, Ladies and gentlemen, Allow me first of all …

EFSA consults European and international partners on bisphenol A

The first meeting took place at EFSA’s headquarters in Parma, Italy, on Friday 26 March. It was attended by 25 experts nominated by 19 European countries, as well as members of EFSA’s scientific Panel on food contact materials (CEF Panel) and …

EFSA provides scientific advice on the use of antibiotic resistance marker genes in genetically modified plants

During the process of genetic modification of plants and other organisms, marker genes are normally used in order to facilitate the selection and identification of genetically modified cells containing the gene of interest among the vast majority of …

EFSA and NGOs exchange views on scientific approaches to the risk assessment of GMOs

In his introduction Herman Koëter, EFSA’s Acting Director and Chair of the meeting, explained EFSA’s role as a fully independent body charged with the risk assessment of food and feed. He addressed fundamental issues such as the scientific approach and …

EFSA’s evaluation of the safety of food flavouring substances- an update

Flavouring substances are used to give taste or smell to food. Food manufacturers have been using flavouring substances for many years in a wide variety of foods, from confectionary and soft drinks to cereals, cakes and yoghurts. The Member States notified …

EFSA launches updated guidance for food and feed risk assessment of GM plants

Riitta Maijala, EFSA’s Director of Scientific Evaluation of Regulated Products, commented: “This important document is the result of several years work by the EFSA GMO Panel. It will ensure continued rigor in the application process, strengthen and promote …

WRAPmail, Inc. Shareholder Update - WRAP

HICKSVILLE, NY - (NewMediaWire) - August 10, 2015 -  WRAPmail, Inc. (OTC PINK: WRAP) (http://www.wrapmail.com) is pleased to provide a corporate update for shareholders. CEO Marco Alfonsi announced today several updates for WRAPmail, Inc. First, the …

Energy Department Reports Highlight Trends of Growing U.S. Wind Energy Industry

New Installations Usher in Lowest Wind Energy Prices to Date Washington, D.C. -- According to two reports released today by the Energy Department, the U.S. wind energy industry continued growing at an impressive rate in 2014, further solidifying America’s …

Speech of Stuart Slorach delivered at the Inaugural Ceremony of EFSA in Parma, on 21 June, 2005

Smart Water Bottle Market: Hydration Tracking Apps Set to Witness High Growth

Although hydration tracking apps holds a miniscule share in the smart water bottle market, it is expected to witness robust growth in the future. VALLEY COTTAGE, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2015 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Future Market Insights (FMI), …

Gazprom’s financial information under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for the three months ended March 31, 2015

Today PJSC Gazprom issued its unaudited consolidated interim condensed financial information prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 Interim Financial Reporting (IAS 34) for the three months ended March 31, 2015. The table below …

The Coca-Cola Foundation Awards $26.2 Million in First Half of the Year to Benefit More Than 90 Million People Worldwide

Funding supports global efforts to strengthen communities, promote well-being, and protect our environment ATLANTA, Aug. 10, 2015 – The Coca-Cola Foundation awarded $26.2 million USD to 74 community organizations during the first half of 2015. These grants …

New EU flavourings list made possible with EFSA’s evaluations

Of the substances evaluated to date by EFSA within the “Flavouring Evaluation Programme” some 2,800 were already on the market while around 200 are new. This large number of substances needed to be evaluated under European legislation to ensure that they …

Speech of David Byrne, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection: 'EFSA: Excellence, integrity and openness'

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Announces New McGovern-Dole Projects to Benefit More Than 2.5 Million Children Worldwide

Release No. 0228.15 Contact: FAS Food Assistance Division (202) 720-4221 Printable version Email this page   Agriculture Deputy Secretary Announces New McGovern-Dole Projects to Benefit More Than 2.5 Million Children Worldwide RWANDA, Aug. 10, 2015 – …

GameStop Awards $100,000 to Recipients of “Power to the Scholars” Scholarships

40 employees and dependents will receive $100,000 in college scholarships GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 10, 2015-- Today, GameStop announced that 40 recipients have been selected to receive $100,000 in grants as part of the company’s “Power to …