Rodent droppings and tooth in takeaway dish make list of advice line calls
Chewing gum in sandwich wraps and takeaway rice, rodent droppings in crisps and a tooth in a takeaway dish were among complaints to Irish authorities last year.
Archives for February 14, 2018
Ancient chickpeas have the ‘novel’ traits we need, say scientists
The modern, domesticated chickpea has an extreme lack of genetic diversity, leaving it vulnerable to climate change, prompting scientists to seek out wild varieties for crossbreeding programmes.
Bruker: AOAC approval gives us access to food microbiology markets
AOAC International has approved MALDI Biotyper for confirmation and identification of pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria.
Alternative flours and sourdough tech ups functional properties of baked goods: Study
Bakers can use non-traditional flours and the fermentation process of sourdoughs to enhance the functional properties of baked goods without sacrificing any of the organoleptic, says study.
Dr. Oetker to acquire historical baking brand Alsa from Unilever
Unilever has received a binding offer from Dr. Oetker to acquire its Alsa baking business, which has been present in desserts since its origins in 1897.
Special Edition: Lab Technology
Anton Paar expands expertise in solids analysis
Anton Paar has acquired Quantachrome Instruments and is planning to modernize and expand the company’s plant.
Preview Packaging Innovations 2018
Iceland to discuss its 2023 sustainability goal and future challenges for the packaging supply chain
Coca Cola, Co-Op, Asda, Marks & Spencer and Iceland will discuss plastics in packaging at Packaging Innovations 2018.
News in Brief Special Edition: Lab Technology
TSI | ChemLogix integrates Raman instruments with software
TSI | ChemLogix’s Raman Spectroscopy instruments now integrate with Spectragryph software.
Special Edition: Lab Technology
Zebra Analytix looks to change the stripes of GC analysis
Zebra Analytix is to launch miniature gas chromatography (GC) systems at Pittcon 2018.
Special Edition: Lab Technology
Waters and Malvern Panalytical look at polymer characterization
Waters Corporation and Malvern Panalytical have partnered to analyze polymers.
Nestlé and Tesco best placed to reap plant protein profits, says FAIRR
Nestlé and Tesco are the best prepared in terms of meeting consumer and investor demands for having diversified protein portfolios, according to a FAIRR report.
Special Edition: Lab Technology
News round-up ahead of Pittcon 2018
As a media partner of Pittcon, FoodQualityNews has compiled some exhibitor news ahead of the show.
UK red meat exports hit £1.2 billion mark
UK exports of red meat products surpassed the £1.2 billion (bn) mark in 2017, according to the latest figures from HMRC.
Special Edition: Lab Technology
Vicam lateral flow evaluated to determine aflatoxins in maize
Analytical performance of a lateral flow immunoassay from Vicam, owned by Waters, for determination of aflatoxins in maize has been evaluated.
Orkla extends acrylamide-reducing yeast deal towards Eastern Europe
Orkla Food Ingredients has received the go-ahead to manufacture and sell an acrylamide-reducing yeast in Eastern Europe as part of an extended license agreement with Renaissance BioScience.
UAE’s LuLu Group ploughs investment in India’s food processing and supply chain
The UAE’s LuLu Group is investing US$400m in a food processing plant, a logistics and processing unit for fruit and vegetable produce, and a mega shopping mall in India’s state of Telangana.