Archives for January 30, 2009

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Cashing in on phosphate price hikes

By Sarah Hills

The market for cheaper alternatives to phosphates used in food is expected to blossom over the next few years as prices for the ingredient are likely to remain high, according to an industry analyst.

UK consumers buying less salt in foods, TNS

By Jess Halliday

The average UK household bought buying 1.3 per cent less salt in food products in September 2008 than two years before, according to new data from TNS Worldpanel, data seen as testament to reformulation efforts.

Food safety takes centre stage

FoodProductionDaily.com takes a look at the stories dominating the processing and packaging news headlines this week, with contamination from both bacterial and chemical sources looming large.

Final sugar high for Danisco pending sale

By staff reporter

Danisco has reported a good result for its 2008/9 sugar campaign, which should be the last before the sale of its sugar division to Nordzucker receives regulatory go-ahead.

Wire free could boost process monitoring

By Jane Byrne

Wireless technologies can provide flexibility, easiness of operation and constant tracking of the food and drink production process, claims an industry research firm.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: PART 2

End to prescribed quantities to drive new bread loaf size in 2009

By Lindsey Partos

A recent law from Brussels has thrown up new opportunities for different loaf sizes for UK bakers, with 2009 set to witness an escalation in new product development related to the weight of pre-packaged breads.