Pea protein seen as promising microencapsulator
Researchers in Brazil have identified pea protein as a possible novel encapsulator after results showed the protein capable of encapsulating vitamin E at high concentrations.
Archives for May 14, 2007
FDA to test food ingredients for melamine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it will begin to inspect food manufacturing facilities and test protein ingredients following the recent news that the chemical melamine may have entered the human food chain.
SunOpta expansion continues with new fruit processor
SunOpta has further expanded its fruit supply chain, announcing today that it has completed the acquisition of another South American fruit processor, together with its North American distributor.
Future nanopackaging market worth billions, says study
As worldwide sales of nanotechnology-related products approached the $1bn (€739m)mark last year, the food packaging industry could be worth as much as $30bn (€22bn), according to a new study.
MGPI to triple wheat gluten production
MGP Ingredients (MGPI) plans to expand its wheat gluten capacity in the US, as demand for the product increases following the recent move away from imported ingredients due to contamination scares.
Flavours consolidation a spur to the industry
Consolidation is no bad thing for flavours, says analyst, since it allows large players to serve multinationals, spurs R&D, and makes regulation compliance easier.