Thrifty eating informs 2009 trend predictions
‘Tis the season for food trend predictions, but this year’s list from Thefoodpeople is marked by back-to-basic measures to reduce food spending in the recession.
Archives for December 16, 2008
China compiles list of chemicals banned from food
China has issued a list of 17 substances not to be used in foodstuffs as part of its post-melamine scandal effort to clean up the food supply chain.
Sweeteners still a bitter pill for Danisco margins
Margin pressure in its sweeteners and Genencor business divisions has caused Danisco to lower its bottom-line outlook and take a long hard look at its production set-up for xylitol and other products.
Probiotic strain passes yoghurt culture test: Study
Canada-based scientists report the successful incorporation of Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14 and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1, potentially offering a new probiotic product.
New publication outlines techniques to optimise meat quality
A newly released publication, targeted at the meat production sector, evaluates the latest production and processing strategies to help ensure better meat quality.
Soaring demand for spelt sees product launches up 130 per cent
The popularity of spelt has rocketed in recent years, leading to a 130 per cent increase in European product launches containing the ancient grain over the past three years.
Hydrocolloids show potential for egg-less bakery: Study
Cutting the cost of cake-making by removing the use of eggs may be achievable by combining a hydrocolloid with a suitable emulsifier, says new research from India.