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Food manufacturers told to drop prices

Food manufacturers should lower food prices following a significant drop in the cost of commodities and energy, according to the National Corn Growers Association’s CEO, Rick Tolman.

Industry response to gum arabic calorie count decision

The notification by the FDA that it has no objection to the lowering of the caloric value of gum arabic in the US has met with a mixed response from the food industry over its significance.

New products have little impact on consumers

The majority of consumers can’t remember any new products that have been launched in the last year and appear unwilling to risk their money on trying something new, survey results showed.

Yakult targets military in US expansion efforts

Leading probiotic group Yakult has pursued an original marketing strategy in an effort to establish its brand in the US by striking an agreement with the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA).

Seaweed gel may help reduce energy intake

Consuming a strongly gelled alginate drink may reduce daily energy intakes by about seven per cent and play a role in weight management, says a net study.

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Wheat yields will be slashed as phosphate runs out, warns scientist from BakeryAndSnacks

Research for the EU’s Quality Low Input Food Programme has warned that wheat yields could be more than halved by the end of the century at the latest, as the world’s phosphate supplies run out.

Key redesigns dryer for fresh-cut processors from FoodProductionDaily

A dryer that removes moisture from fresh-cut produce has been redesigned to increase throughput, improve reliability and simplify operation, claims Key Technology.

Research brings grain breeding for nutritional benefits a step closer from BakeryAndSnacks

Researchers at Rothamsted Research in the UK have analysed 200 globally-sourced whole grains for their known health-promoting components, which they say could lead to selective grain breeding for healthier wholegrain foods.

Yeast extract demand prompts Leiber expansion from FoodNavigator

Leiber is in the midst of a major expansion of its yeast production facilities in Germany, as it build capacity by 50 per cent to cater to greater market demand.

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