Yorkshire rhubarb protected in Europe
Rhubarb farmers in the north of England are to celebrating after their rhubarb, grown using a method developed specially for the region’s soil, is granted protected status.
Archives for February 26, 2010
NSFI reaches Algerian SMEs with new distribution deal
The emergence of more small to medium size food manufacturers in Algeria has led National Starch Food Innovation (NSFI) to appoint a local distributor, so it can better meet their needs for smaller orders and reactivity.
Industry backs EFSA review of non-plastic food contact materials
Leading industry bodies have endorsed a proposal by European safety chiefs to evaluate the safety of non-plastic food contact materials such as inks, coatings and adhesives.
Cranberry waste may lead to alternative ingredients
Cranberry pomace, a by-product of the juicing process, may be extruded to produce a range of polyphenol-rich ingredients for use in supplements or functional foods, says a new study.
Wheat fractions enable cheaper, clean label tomato sauce
Kampffmeyer has developed a new clean label binding system for tomato sauce, which it says removes the need for modified starch and reduces the amount of tomato needed.
Soft drink portion depends on how it's served
Consumers’ view of soft drink portion size depends on whether they are drinking out of a glass or a can, research indicates, but as long as the energy per portion is marked this should not pose a problem.