In China, vanishing cropland and diminishing water supplies are hampering the country s ability to feed itself, and the increasing use of farmland in the United States to produce biofuels is pushing China to seek more of its staples from South America, where land is still cheap and plentiful. Plagued by scarce water supplies, China is turning to a new trading partner 15,000 miles away Brazil to supply more protein-packed beans essential to a richer diet. In China, vanishing cropland and...

Consumption of these products may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with allergies to egg and soy proteins. The affected products contain egg and soy proteins which are not declared on the label. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products. The affected products have been distributed nationally. CFIA: Allergy Alert-Undeclared Egg and Soy in Various Sandwich Products. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Hygaard...

KFC says it will stop cooking it's finger lickin good chicken in oil that contains trans fat and switch to a trans fat free soybean oil. The move comes as America's largest city considers a ban on the artery clogging ingredient. The health department there is holding public hearings on whether or not to ban trans fat from the entire city. Trans fat can raise bad cholesterol which is acontributor to heart disease. KFCwill join Wendy's who already switched to a zero trans fat oil. Some...

Store holds flavorful options Whether stocking up or making tonight's dinner, shelves at Asia Market hold plenty of ideas Karen Miltner Staff writer (April 10, 2007) Fresh, frozen and pantry foods abound at Asia Market, a grocery store and gift shop in Henrietta that specializes in Korean and Japenese products. Store holds flavorful options Whether stocking up or making tonight's dinner, shelves at Asia Market hold plenty of ideas Karen Miltner Staff writer (April 10, 2007) Fresh, frozen...

They are acknowledging changes in the environment and they are responding to them with proof of the hybrid cars waiting lists and increase in organic food selections. Both soy and bamboo can be spun into a fabric as soft, durable and comfortable as any natural fibers. We are providing stylish apparel that are earth friendly, without the customer feeling like she is wearing a gunny sack and sacrificing style for the betterment of the environment. Both soy and bamboo are easier to grow, and...