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Machine combines pouch making and filling processes
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Archives for October 31, 2006
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Sonoco's chief calls on packagers to develop new strategies
Packaging companies need to transform themselves into more complete providers across the whole supply chain Sonoco's chief executive officer Harris De Loach Jr. said yesterday.
UK firm uncovers 'traditional' strawberry flavour
UK firm Create Flavours has developed an innovative method that it claims is capable of recreating more accurately the original flavour of strawberries.
Folate fortification may not be enough for mothers, says study
Despite the introduction of mandatory folic acid fortification of grains as much as a third of women of childbearing age are not getting the recommended amounts, says a study from Canada.
Danisco raises US prices for brewing enzymes
Danish group Danisco has become the latest in a string of ingredients firms to pass on increased raw material and energy costs to the market, announcing today that it is to up the mark on its glucoamylase for the US brewing and portable alcohol markets.
Scientists develop sugar free dairy dessert
Two top scientists claim to have developed a frozen dairy dessert that contains no sugar, trans fats or lactose, heralding new opportunities for dairy firms to target consumer health trends.
E-beam eliminates E. coli in ground beef, researchers say
Low levels of irradiation can reduce pathogen levels, including the potentially deadly E. coli, in carcasses used for ground beef, claim researchers.
Olam, ADM acquire Cameroon cocoa processor
Singapore-based cocoa bean supplier Olam has jointly acquired the Cameroon cocoa processor Usicam with ADM, the world's largest cocoa processor, giving both firms greater economy of scale in the African market.
Vitiva launches rosemary-based antioxidant range
Vitiva has launched what it describes as a powerful rosemary extract-based antioxidant that can be used in processed chicken and poultry products.
Halloween does the trick for sweet sales
Given its popularity with sweet-hungry children, Halloween has become an important trading period for confectioners.
Meta-analysis of cutting salt in kids to pile pressure on food industry
A new meta-analysis of clinical trials of the effect of salt reduction in children reports that a modest reduction in intake does have a significant effect on blood pressure.
Walnut's healthy snack image boosted by study
Health conscious snackers could soon be driving up walnut sales following more research into the nut's role in protecting against heart disease.
New portion packs for Tate & Lyle's Golden Syrup
Ingredients group Tate & Lyle has made further inroads into the bakings, toppings and spreads market with the introduction of new portion sized packaging for its signature Golden Syrup product.
Scientists create high protein, low fat tortilla
A team of food researchers has been awarded a patent for a new variety of tortilla targeting consumers eager for a low fat, low carb, soy-free version of the popular bread alternative.