European Commission expected to tighten regulations on PAHs in olive oil

European Commission expected to tighten regulations on PAHs in olive oil

11th October, 2024

The European Commission (EC) is expected to tighten regulations on the amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) permitted in virgin and extra virgin olive oil this year, according to an Olive Oil Times report.

India launches national missions on edible oils and palm oil in bid to boost country’s oilseed production

India launches national missions on edible oils and palm oil in bid to boost country’s oilseed production

11th October, 2024

The Indian government has launched two missions – on edible oils and palm oil – in a bid to ensure food security and end its reliance on imports, Policy Circle reported on 7 October.

Argent Energy launches glycerine facility at Port of Amsterdam

Argent Energy launches glycerine facility at Port of Amsterdam

10th October, 2024

Leading European biofuels manufacturer Argent Energy has launched a glycerine facility at its Port of Amsterdam site in the Netherlands.

Latest issue: OFI September/October 2024

OFI September/October 2024

The September/October 2024 issue is packed full of news, special features and market updates to keep you informed and up to date on the edible oils and fats market.

In my comment, following the publication of a new World Health Organization (WHO) report saying tobacco, ultra-processed foods, alcohol and fossil fuels kill 19M people globally and lead to 34% of all deaths, I consider if the global health epidemic is down to individuals making poor choices or on “big industry” undermining measures to reduce smoking, drinking and obesity.

Our September/October 2024 issue presents a special focus on rendering looking at the use of animal fats in biofuels and circular protein in feed.

We also look at the use of mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy for real-time plant…