Standard bacterial testing for organic raw milk is 'not sufficient', study finds
Is LPC testing enough to determine the type of thermoduric bacteria present in milk? This is the question that Cornell University scientists tried to address.
Archives for February 12, 2024
Precision fermentation technology company, Bond, unveils partnership with pet food major
A collaborative partnership is propelling Bond Pet Foods, which produces animal proteins through precision fermentation, onto the next stage of its growth journey.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: Alibaba explores how AI can level playing field for SMEs
With the recent launch of an AI-powered Smart Assistant, leading business-to-business e-commerce platform Alibaba.com wants to help level the playing field and increase the odds of success for small and medium enterprises and solopreneurs by simplifying...
What is required for halal certification?
With a growing Muslim middle class in countries such as the UK, and even many non-Muslims increasingly buying halal products, halal certification is more important than ever for businesses selling them.
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Prima Bakeries Group becomes employee-owned
The Group which includes Redruth-based Prima Bakeries and St Columb-based Cornish Premier Pasties, has announced its transition to an employee-owned business.
NPD Trend Tracker: From prickly pear drinks to a Tony's Chocolonely pancake partnership
This week’s trend tracker includes a variety of new beverage flavours, including a refreshing prickly pear juice and a Valentine’s gin from the Cornish coast. There’s also have an incredibly indulgent collaboration from KitKat and a chocolatey pairing...
‘New Year New You’ often fails, but F&B can help
A recent survey has found that efforts to improve health and wellbeing last an average of just 19 days as old habits die hard. So, why are lifestyle changes so tough to stick to, and how can F&B manufacturers help?
‘Melty and gooey’ plant-based cheese developed after 4 years of R&D: ‘Most on the market don’t melt, just soften’
After four years in development, Swedish dairy-free start-up Stockeld Dreamery claims to have mastered the meltability experience of cheese with plant-based ingredients.