Biocatalysts launch umami flavor enhancer for cheese applications
UK firm Biocatalysts Ltd have launched a new microbial enzyme for the enhancement of umami flavours in cheese production.
Archives for April 19, 2012
Low-fat dairy could reduce stroke risk
Consumption of low-fat dairy foods could help to reduce the risk of stroke, according to new research.
New sustainable sector resonates with ‘lost organic consumers’
In light of current economic difficulties organic consumers are looking elsewhere for foods, and sustainable products resonate with their core values, according to the MD of Cert ID.
Nestlé posts 7.1% confectionery growth in Q1
Nestlé has recorded 7.1% growth for its confectionery business in its first quarter (Q1) results released today driven by emerging chocolate markets such as Latin America and Asia.
Nestlé admits ‘quite dramatic’ US ice cream price hikes as it ditches promotions
Nestlé has revealed that cost pressures affecting its US ice cream business led to it scrap promotion-led sales in 2012 and says the impact on pricing had been “quite dramatic”.
Cargill upgrades Dutch cocoa plant with €57m investment
Cargill has added a center of expertise to its cocoa processing facility in Wormer, the Netherlands and automated warehousing at the Port of Amsterdam following a €57m ($82m) investment.
Nestlé silent on alleged Indian law violations but defends breast-milk substitutes marketing
Nestlé has declined to comment to DairyReporter.com on an Indian government letter stating that it is violating the nation’s laws on sponsorship of health workers, but has fought back against allegations of inappropriate marketing for breast milk...
Meat-eating essential to human evolution
Eating meat played a major role in human evolution by prompting early weaning, according to new research.