An ingredients firm has developed honeycomb that is more resistant
to the baking process - making it stable enough for inclusion in
products such as muffins and cakes.
Cereal giant Kellogg's has been told to change or ditch an advert
for one of its flagship brands after 19 complaints were made to an
advertising regulatory body.
A new flow meter has the ability to accurately measure
bi-directional flow without processing contact, allowing processors
to adapt it to their operations without structural overhauls, say
its designers.
Europe's large crustacean prices remained fairly stable with a
large drop in the demand and supply of crawfish being offset by
increased lobster consumption, says a new Food and Agriculture
Organisation(FAO) report.
Cargill has indicated that it may take its Regenasure glucosamine
chondroitin ingredient into functional beverages - yet it has
emerged that another company's foray into the market has not proved
positive, raising questions as...
Bakeries in Australia and New Zealand may be required to use only
iodised salt in the future, if a proposal from the countries' food
regulator is approved.
Leading carton maker Tetra Pak will double capacity at its Beijing
factory, it said yesterday, allowing it to meet the expected
ongoing growth in China's dairy sector.
Cargill is seeking the go ahead for its Regenasure vegetarian
glucosamine hydrochloride to be used in functional beverages, which
would open up a whole new area for the joint health market in
Europe.
The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
has recently published the results of their fact-finding mission,
which found 'inappropriate practices' in the exporting of paper
packaging waste.
Packaging giant Rexam has gained its first foothold in India,
signing a local joint venture that plans to supply cans to the
country's promising beer market.
Savoury ingredients supplier Synergy has launched a line of cheese
ingredients designed to enhance flavour and mouthfeel while also
providing manufacturers with some cost benefits.
Incorporating aspartame-sweetened food products into the diet does
result in weight loss, says a new meta-analysis that fills a gap in
the science behind the sweetener.
Coca-Cola is to be sued by an Indian state after new tests showed
its soft drinks contained pesticide residues above the proposed
legal limit, says a report.
Products containing meat and poultry will now be able to feature
the Whole Grain Stamp, after the US government announced it was to
expand the list of goods eligible to use the eye-catching symbol.
Saw toothed grain beetles could decimate British crops and lower
supplies for bread manufacturers if growers fail to implement
proper post-harvest procedures.
The UK division of Cereal Partners Worldwide which produces Nestlé
cereal brands such as Shreddies, Cheerios and Fitnesse has
announced plans for expansion.
Supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) could prevent
weight and fat gain at times of the year when people are most
susceptible, as well as during the natural ageing process, says a
new study supported by Cognis.
Most nanotechnology in the food industry is at zero commercial
activity and will be limited to high-value products over the next
few years, says the first detailed report on the technology's
future.
Food scientists are becoming a rare species in Britain, and things
won't change unless schools and food firms start telling young
people there is more to food than a supermarket depot.
A new enzyme-based system will allow meat and fish-processing
companies to turn their food-grade bone-material into stocks -
reducing waste by up to 80 per cent, its designers claim.
Allergy experts in Germany met last week to develop a comprehensive
strategy for combating the condition through spreading information
and conducting further research.
In a bid to limit potentially hazardous chemical contamination the
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated their
recommendations on safeguarding recycled plastic packaging.
US dairy and beverage manufacturers are continuing to invest in
membranes because their value to the food industry is just being
realized, says a new report.
Dutch dairy firm Campina is aiming to reach critical mass in its
penetration of the North American functional and nutritional
ingredients sector, entering into a joint venture with Canada-based
Vitalus.
DSM Food Specialties claims that its Maxarome Select product - a
natural high 5' nucleotide yeast extract - can effectively replace
monosodium glutamate (MSG) in crisps without any loss of flavour or
taste.
Antioxidant and fibre-rich waste from wine making could offer a
cheap and healthy alternative to synthetic antioxidants to prolong
the shelf life of meat products, suggests a study from Spain.
One of the UK's leading crisp manufacturers, Walkers, has been
reprimanded by an advertising authority for 'misleading' adverts
detailing the reduced salt content in its crisp brands.
Drinking the occasional cup of coffee could trigger a heart attack
in some consumers within an hour, warns a new study, adding to the
debate over the risks and benefits of caffeine.
Snacks including sweets and potato chips will not be sold in school
canteens throughout Russia from September of this year, under a new
initiative announced by the country's chief sanitary doctor,
Gennady Onischenko.
Scientists in Australia will harness the sensory ability of insects
and worms to improve the electronic noses used by the food and
beverage industry, particularly in the wine industry.
Eastern Europe is spearheading growth in the packaging machinery
industry as new EU states attempt to muscle in on the Western
market, says a new report.
European biscuits and snack manufacturer United Biscuits has become
the latest bakery company to eradicate harmful trans fats from its
products, tying in with the industry drive towards healthier
production methods.
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) is pushing ahead with product
testing methods after scientists found new ways to detect latex
allergens in food packaging.
Last week's comment on the food industry's role in the rising
obesity epidemic has generated a flood of responses from readers
agreeing with or disputing our position that the industry deserves
a break. Some of the comments...
Conjugated linoleic acids (CLA), common in dairy products, are
showing promise improving insulin action and decreasing blood
glucose levels, according to both rat and human studies.
Eating a diet rich in the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid
(ALA), may positively affect 'bad' cholesterol levels in the
elderly, says a study from the Netherlands.
Danisco Cultures is ploughing research and innovation efforts into
studying the health promoting properties of its strains - a shrewd
move not only because of the impending EU health and nutrition
claims regulation but also since...
Dutch brewer Bavaria says its new malthouse in Holland can cut
water consumption by up to 30 per cent, highlighting the beer
industry's potential as a food industry leader in sustainable
production.
The world squid market shows landmark demand for cephalopods, but
increased catch-rates have driven the overall cost of squid down,
says a report published last month.
A new layout for processing and factory warehouses could save 20.4
per cent in costs when compared to the traditional warehouse
designs, claim researchers.
