Researchers develop ‘model mouth’ for NPD and product evaluation
A newly developed ‘model mouth’ could have industrial applications as a product development and evaluation tool for food companies, say researchers.
Archives for May 8, 2012
Soaring demand for sustainable cocoa prompts World Bank to invest $55m in cocoa trader
A division of the World Bank has acquired a stake in cocoa trader Armajaro Trading to support sustainable farming practices and improve traceability within its supply chains.
Kemin debuts antimicrobial for ready-to-eat meat
Kemin has launched a new propionic acid-based antimicrobial ingredient for ready-to-eat meat applications.
Study conclusion over bisphenol A breast cancer hazard challenged by scientists
New research from the US has linked foetal exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) in monkeys with an increased risk of cancer in primates. But scientists have questioned the validity of the study’s methodology and the relevance of its findings to humans.
Louis Dreyfus to acquire Imperial Sugar as investors try to block deal
Commodities group Louis Dreyfus has reached an agreement to acquire refined sugar processor Imperial Sugar for around $203m.
Dutch bar manufacturer VSI opens third factory
Dutch non-branded bar manufacturer VSI has begun operations at a €10m plant in Leerdam, Holland, which incorporates a research and development (R&D) centre and has the capacity to make triple-layered bars.
English lamb promoted in Canada
English red meat industry body Eblex is promoting British lamb at Agrifood expo SIAL Canada in Montreal and Toronto this week.
Customs Union adopts harmonised meat policy
Countries of the Customs Union – Kazakhstan, Russia and Belarus – have decided to create and follow a single policy on meat issues, meaning that import restrictions imposed by any of them on a third country will automatically be extended to the rest of...
European lamb production to increase in 2012
French agricultural research organisation Institut de l’Elevage (Idele) has forecast a 2% growth in EU lamb slaughterings in 2012, boosted by increased flock numbers in the UK and Ireland.
Symrise posts strong start to 2012
Symrise has unveiled strong first quarter results, buoyed up by performance in emerging markets such as Eastern Europe.
Industry insider on challenges of gluten-free bakery
BakeryAndSnacks.com asks a gluten free specialist how long it will take to achieve the elusive gluten-free bread that is on par to conventional wheat loaf.