New technology could produce pectin from orange peel waste
New microwave-based technology could allow the generation of valuable food ingredients from food and drink processing waste including thickening and gelling agents.
Archives for September 15, 2011
Egyptian veg import restrictions to be lifted but sprout ban stays, says EU
The European Commission (EC) said it will lift the import ban on some Egyptian vegetables imposed after E.coli outbreaks in Germany and France earlier this year - but that restrictions on fenugreek sprouts would remain.
Unilever holds off on GAR palm purchases
Unilever today said it has not resumed palm oil purchases from Golden Agri-Resources (GAR), after Nestle said it has resumed orders.
SME sector still 'needs' guidance on Southampton colour switch
Smaller scale manufacturers of bakery, soft drinks, confectionery and ready meals are the target of new guidance from the UK’s FSA on alternative colouring options for the reformulation of products that still contain one or more of the ‘Southampton six’...
‘Critical’ EU sugar supplies demand urgent action: CIUS
EU sugar supplies are at their most critical levels since the 2005 sugar reform and are causing ‘extreme volatility, instability and disruption’ to the European food and drink industry.
Premium Ingredients cuts casein with new pizza products
Spanish ingredients company Premium Ingredients is poised to launch two new pizza topping ingredients targeted at cutting casein levels to reduce end product cost.