Global 2020 vision of the food industry
Food companies developing new products need to pay more attention to consumer expectations as shoppers seek more information, choices and accountability over what they buy, a new study said.
Archives for October 23, 2008
ETP reaches for the future – quickly and efficiently, says chairman
The next phase of the European Technology Platform (ETP) Food for Life is now underway to identify specific research needs and funding sources, its chairman said following the launch of the implementation action plan last week.
Price tumble for cocoa aids confectioners
Prices for cocoa continue to tumble compounded by the global financial crisis, offering further relief in costs for confectioners.
Dispatches from SupplySide West
FDA should lift stevia import alert, says ABC
The American Botanical Council has called on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to rescind its "outdated import alert" on stevia.
Lutein and zeaxanthin can benefit colon cancer, say researchers
Korean researchers have found alga-extracted carotenoids such as lutein and zeaxanthin can reduce colon cancer growths.
Enzymes enable greener value-added products, review claims
Enzyme technology can be a more economical and environmentally friendly way of converting low value agricultural produce and transgenic plants into high-value industrial products like health foods and sweeteners, says a new review.
Adapting to price volatility
Cargill Texturizing Solutions explains how the food industry must adapt to ongoing raw material price volatility, and what consolidation amongst manufacturers means for their suppliers.
Kids want to eat healthily, says survey
Children and teenagers in the UK are becoming increasingly conscious of the importance of healthy eating, according to data from TGI Youth.
Veteran superfruit gets taste twist
A flavor company has launched three new products combining pomegranate separately with mint, lemoncello and balsamic vinaigrette to give an added boost to the superfruit, which has now become mainstream.
Industry opportunities amid consumer gloom
Switching to store brands and buying more staples such as rice and potatoes are among steps being taken by consumers who are increasingly concerned about rising food prices, according to a new survey.