News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries
The compound believed to one of the ‘active ingredients’ in a high-fibre diet could have clinical potential to control the progression of prostate cancer in patients diagnosed in early stages of the disease, suggest researchers.
Controlling levels of a bran compound known as ferulic acid could help to improve the taste and smell of whole wheat bread products, researchers suggest.
Premier Foods will begin using EU-sourced wheat in its Hovis packaged breads in a bid to maintain quality following a poor UK harvest.
Multivac continues to pursue energy efficient design for its processing equipment, with the launch of a thermoforming machine, which it claims uses 20% less energy than existing models.
Scholle Packaging has acquired controlling interest in Flexpack and WS Packaging has bought Label World from Kamylon Capital to kick off 2013 with a bang.
Van’s Natural Foods has launched a range of gluten-free, whole grain cereals, crackers and snack bars to plug health demands for nutritious breakfast and snack options.