Oat and quinoa possible semolina replacers in pasta
Formulating pasta with oats or quinoa may offer pasta manufacturers alternatives to traditional semolina, and open up opportunities in the gluten-free market, says new research from Italy.
Archives for April 5, 2009
Natural chemical in liquorice hints at new cancer prevention strategy
Opportunities could potentially dovetail for liquorice in the nutraceutical domain with new research from the US suggesting a natural chemical component in this sweet ingredient could offer a new approach to preventing bowel cancer.
Further evidence backs traffic light food label scheme
The traffic light system for front-of-pack food labelling is the most effective in helping people identify healthier food products, a new study of Australian consumers has found.
Could clones be hiding out in ice-cream?
Ben & Jerry’s campaign to ensure produce from clones is detectable in the food chain shows that bundling biotech in with conventional produce remains unacceptable – but lessons from GM do not seem to have been learned.
PepsiCo field test climate-friendly vending machines
All natural refrigeration systems in Pepsi-Cola vending machines will be trialed this month in Washington DC, as the company seeks to reduce its environmental footprint.
Ingredia snaps up Kantner Ingredients assets
IDI Inc has acquired assets of Ohio-based Kantner Ingredients, in a deal expected to increase the new owner’s presence in the US and its export capabilities.
Survey shows consumer concern about preparation, not supply
American confidence in supermarkets’ food safety has slipped steadily over the past five years but this does not necessarily reflect lower confidence in the food supply, says The NPD Group.
Pistachio recall expands to New York plant
The pistachio recall that originated at California-based Setton Pistachio has expanded to a related plant in Commack, New York that failed a state inspection last month, according to the FDA.