Potato chip producer Burts Chips has added 20% capacity at its Roborough factory by installing a high-speed potato frying line and adding 12 more jobs.
A dozen modified food starches used to make sauces and pie fillings have received regulatory backing after a re-evaluation found no safety concerns with levels currently used in food products.
Breads infused with extracts from strawberries and basil leaves show antioxidant qualities superior to commercially used artificial preservatives, a study shows.
Food marketing, the higher price of healthy food and government policy have been blamed for the ten-fold increase in childhood obesity over the past four decades.
Swiss tech firm Ambrosus is bringing Blockchain technology to the food industry, making it accessible to small start-ups and billion-euro brands alike. "This technology is here to stay - the pioneers who adopt it first will have the competitive advantage,"...
A protein-rich ancient grain that’s gluten-free and grows well in arid conditions? No, it’s not quinoa but the African grain fonio and one company, Yolélé, is taking a farm-to-fork approach to make it mainstream.
Manufacturers prefer mono-unsaturated vegetable oils for frying potatoes – but which ones are best at preserving potato nutrients and keeping acrylamide to a minimum?
FoodArt, which imports almonds, cashew nuts, peanuts, dates, prunes, raisins and cranberries, is planning to increase production following a partnership with Ishida.
Start-ups have disrupted the food sector, challenging legacy brands and exciting consumers with products that tap into emerging trends. But developing your idea into a winning business is no easy task and for every successful entrepreneur there are many...
Organic consumers appear to be creatures of habit, preferring to buy more and more organic produce and following a progressively predictable shopping routine.
The Commission has published guidance to help member state authorities crack down on dual quality foods using existing legislation – but how workable is it?
Stevia’s health benefits go beyond sugar reduction – it could also be a natural alternative for treating metabolic disorders, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, say researchers.
Member States and Commission agree on measures following fipronil
Member States and the Commission have agreed on a raft of measures to reinforce action following the fipronil scandal including the possible creation of a 'food safety officer' in each Member State.
