Taking the guesswork out of microbial production
A Netherlands-based research company claims a breakthrough in developing a more efficient way to produce the microorganisms used in industrial food production.
Archives for September 11, 2006
Texture analysis to standardise products
A machine that analyses texture will allow manufacturers to better standardise their mixes for pre-formed products, says its developer.
Avebe focuses on potato starch to boost results
Starch group Avebe believes that its programme of focussing on its core business, potato starch, will help boost the firm's economic performance.
Nitrites in cured meat linked to lung disease
People who regularly eat cured meats are 71 per cent more likely to have symptoms of lung disease than people who never eat this type of meat, says a new study from the US.
New analysis needed for GM 'food risk', says scientist
A new approach to resolving GM trade conflict, one that drops the use of the word 'risk', is needed, according to new research.
'Oversimplifying obesity' creating consumer confusion
The oversimplification of the 'energy-in/energy out' equation is generating a fundamental public misunderstanding of the challenges of obesity, claims one scientist.