Food images alter taste perceptions, confirm Nestle researchers
Looking at images of calorie-rich foods could affect how the brain processes tastes, leading to greater appreciation for even neutral tasting foods, suggest researchers from Nestle.
Archives for March 15, 2012
Additional EU sugar imports expected as industry squeezed by quotas
The European Union is expected to allow additional sugar imports to the market in the coming weeks in a move welcomed by the confectionery industry.
FPA appoints new chairman
The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) has appointed Jim Mize from Sealed Air as chairman of its board of directors.
Acquisition will provide ‘one-stop shop’ for MAP testing demands - MOCON
MOCON has set its sights at offering the food and beverage industry a “one-stop shop” for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) testing solutions through its acquisition of a European MAP testing equipment manufacturer.
Processing and packaging sectors urged to tap £15m innovation fund
Projects aimed at boosting operational efficiency and sustainability in the food processing and packaging sectors are being urged to apply for a share of a £15m (€18m) fund by the UK Government.
Active and intelligent packaging public database launches
The first public version of a new database for active and intelligent packaging (AIP) innovations that aims to give small and medium enterprises (SME) free access to the groundbreaking technology has been launched.
March 21 article 13 health claims list: ‘Pass it’ says FDE; ‘to the bin’ says ANH
Europe’s premier food industry body, FoodDrinkEurope (FDE), is backing next week’s European Parliament (EP) vote on the controversial 222-strong health claim register, as opponents rally last-minute veto support.
Diamond Foods claims it has not lost its lustre
Snack maker Diamond Foods has said that it has made some market share gains following its failed Pringles bid and is taking steps to reposition the business, including rekindling relationships with walnut growers.