A new clinical trial has concluded that Solnul, a resistant potato starch (RPS), has prebiotic effects at low dosages, stimulating increases in beneficial health-associated bacteria and reducing diarrhoea and constipation when compared to a placebo group.
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EC: 'We will now analyse China's decision and consider appropriate steps.'
The European starch industry is “deeply disappointed” by the Chinese government’s decision to extend anti-subsidy duties against EU potato starch while the European Commission says it is considering appropriate steps to take.
Leading European starch manufacturer Tereos Syral is aiming to extend its product portfolio by acquiring a majority stake in French potato flour producer Féculerie de Haussimont.
As interest in potato starch increases due to clean label
pressures, US scientists report that the gelling and paste-forming
properties of starch from sweet potatoes can be controlled by using
amino acids.
The EU has expressed concern that new anti-dumping tariffs imposed
on exports of its potato starch by China, are unfairly targeting
producers within the bloc.
One starch for all temperatures that behaves as an instant,
lump-free thickener hits the market, as Dutch co-operative Avebe
extends its line of Paselli EZ potato starches, reports Lindsey
Partos.
A new potato starch launched on Friday by the Dutch starch company
Avebe could help lower costs and improve baking stability in bakery
creams and fruit filling products, writes Lorraine Heller.
Penford Food Ingredients announced earlier this week that it has
expanded its manufacturing capabilities to make sure supplies of
potato starch are consistent after a poor harvest in Europe,
reports Philippa Nuttall.
Dutch potato starch supplier Avebe has finished off 'a difficult
year' with €0.4 million in profit, the 5000 strong co-operative
reports. But a tight economic climate, a poor harvest, and the
strong euro left their mark,...
