Archives for November 25, 2005

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RFID system allows quicker control of processing line

By Ahmed ElAmin

Using a modular system of radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and a new set of software Escort Memory Systems says it has developed a faster way to ensure automated tasks are triggered quicker on fast moving production lines.

New waxy wheat presents innovation opportunities

By  Lorraine Heller

Wheat breeders in recent years have been increasingly working on the development of waxy wheat varieties. Yet the commodity has not yet hit the mainstream market as no one seems to know what to do with it. FoodNavigator-USA speaks to industry experts...

Sugar: supplies down, prices up, imports called for

By  Lorraine Heller

Manufacturers of food and beverage products that contain sugar are calling on the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to allow for more sugar imports in order to top up the nation's reduced sugar production and prevent a shortage of supply, it emerged...