Firmenich expand yeasts flavour encapsulation potential
Infusion of flavours into empty yeast cells improves stability and flavour release, compared to traditional spray dry powders, researchers form Firmenich have reported.
Archives for January 16, 2007
FDA expands use of 'lean' label for convenience foods
A number of convenience meal products will now be able to carry a 'lean' nutritional claim, after the US Food and Drug Administration expanded the use of the term.
Yeast extract cuts salt but keeps flavour
US based ingredients company Savoury Systems International (SSI) has expanded its range of salt replacers - helping bakers appeal to the growing number of consumers seeking to cut salt from their diet.
Sugar solution targets organic apple growth
The application of vinasse, a fermented waste product obtained from sugar processing, could help the organic apple industry eradicate a major source of disease.
EU cereal sector plans groundbreaking summit
AACC International's European section plans to hold its first-ever spring meeting in order to tackle the EU cereal sector's most pressing concerns.
US, EU pledge to complete Doha trade talks
US president George W Bush and commission president Jose Manuel Barroso have reaffirmed their commitment to breaking the deadlock in the Doha round of WTO trade talks.
Fresh bread tester launched
A new machine allows manufacturers to test the freshness of packaged and unpackaged bread without risking damage.
Northern Foods sell off to improve outlook
UK Northern Foods have today reported positive results after selling off faltering businesses, enjoying organic growth of 3.2 per cent.
Carrefour weathers difficult fourth quarter
Carrefour's end of year results reveals mixed messages for the French retailer, with like for like sales dropping by 4.9 per cent in the fourth quarter.
Fun fruit tops 2006 innovation list
Innovation in fruit products has topped Datamonitor's list of most original new product introductions last year, revealing an emerging attempt to promote fruit consumption through fun.