Fortress updates metal detector testing tech
Fortress will unveil an updated version of its Halo automatic test technology at PPMA Total in September.
Archives for June 12, 2016
Plant-based sweeteners can regulate blood glucose levels: Study
Replacing half the sugar content of food with a plant-based sweetener could lead to improved sugar control without affecting textural properties, a study has shown.
Pakistan cuts duty for meat industry equipment
The Pakistan government has reduced custom duty on machinery imports used in the livestock and meat industry from 5% to 2% to encourage investment in the meat industry.
Clean, clear, connected and imperfect: Ingredion's food trend predictions
What will food look like in 2020? Clean and clearly-labelled but also 'imperfect' to seem more authentic and closely connected to technology, according to a recent report by Ingredion.
Japan – an interesting market for EU offal?
European beef producers could generate solid profits by exporting offal and prime beef to Japan and this makes the prospect of striking a trade deal with the nation a good idea.
Brexit debate
Food sector 'better off in the EU': Liz Truss
Environment secretary Liz Truss has claimed the future success of the UK’s food and drink manufacturing sector hinged on it remaining a part of the EU, in a speech to industry leaders last month.
It’s official: Manufacturers can make sugar replacement claims
From 20th June, manufacturers will be able to claim a “lower blood glucose rise” when using non-digestible carbohydrates as sugar replacers, following the publication of a new article 13.5 claim in the EU Official Journal.
Nestlé selling Rosanna and other Italian candy brands to Fida
Nestlé is selling six of its Italian confectionery brands including Rossana and Fondenti to Italian manufacturer Fida.