Nanotech’s potential to boost barrier performance of plastics
Nanotechnology offers significant potential progress in enhancing the barrier properties of polymers used in food and beverage packaging, according to a new scientific review.
Archives for December 18, 2009
DSM launches new natural beta-carotene colour
A new, natural-source beta-carotene formulation for colouring and fortifying food and beverages has been launched by DSM Nutritional Products.
Soft drink changes to drive flavour growth, says Leatherhead
Changing soft drink habits are expected to be a key driver for future growth in the flavours market in Western Europe, according to a new report from Leatherhead.
Olam takes 20 percent stake in PureCircle
Olam has increased its stake in stevia company PureCircle to 20 percent, citing strong growth prospects for the company, and making PureCircle an associated company of Olam.
Report outlines climate change effects on US food production
Climate change is already affecting American food production, according to a report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), released to coincide with the Copenhagen climate change summit.
Dispatches from the NI Health Claims 2010 conference
Trade groups gain long awaited EC health claims hearing
Europe's leading trade groups are set for a meeting with the European Commission to discuss their concerns over the health claims assessment, and EFSA's reluctance to engage in dialogue.
Superchilling and MAP give fish shelf life a boost, study
A combination of super-chilling and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) can extend the shelf life of Atlantic salmon fillets by a further 11 days, according to a study from Chilean scientists.
Innovation could lure consumers back from private label
Product innovation could help drive consumers back to name-brand foods and beverages in 2010, according to market research organization The Nielsen Company.
DSM launches new natural beta-carotene coloring
A new, natural-source beta-carotene formulation for coloring and fortifying food and beverages has been launched by DSM Nutritional Products.