Oat and quinoa possible semolina replacers in pasta
Formulating pasta with oats or quinoa may offer pasta manufacturers alternatives to traditional semolina, and open up opportunities in the gluten-free market, says new research from Italy.
Archives for April 5, 2009
New carton loader for pre-cooked and fresh meats
A new case and carton loading machine, with applications in the pre-packed and fresh meats sector, has been launched by UK firm Sewtec Automation.
Could clones be hiding out in ice-cream?
Ben & Jerry’s campaign to ensure produce from clones is detectable in the food chain shows that bundling biotech in with conventional produce remains unacceptable – but lessons from GM do not seem to have been learned.
Folic acid and colorectal cancer: Chilean study adds to concerns
Rates of colorectal cancer may have increased in Chile since introduction of mandatory folic acid fortification, says a new study.
New conveyor said to deliver higher hygiene standards
Improved hygiene standards, greater energy efficiency and easier maintenance are claimed for a new conveyor designed specifically for the beverage and food industry to be launched later this month at the trade event Motion, Drive & Automation in Hanover,...
Cautious optimism for food and drink packaging sector
Packaging converters trying to pass on recent polymer price hikes to their food and drink manufacturing customer base may feel less resistance to such moves in the coming months with indicators of a new resilience in that packaging sector, claims an analyst.
Nestle's shredded wheat for weight-loss: Study
Ready-to-eat breakfast cereals could potentially compete for a slice of the £850m slimming industry with fresh research from the UK suggesting when eaten as a meal substitute, cereals could play a role in weight-loss.