Fragrance and flavors player Givaudan has announced the sale of its
St Louis based food ingredient business and manufacturing facility,
as the company continues product streamlining.
Leatherhead Food International is conducting research into how to
reduce saturated fat levels in bakery products, initially in short
crust pastry, to help its members take action to help meet FSA
targets.
Indian scientists are looking into the potential of green tea
polyphenols to stop the oxidation of fat in meat products, thereby
extending shelf-life and preventing off-flavours.
The food industry has a window to research ways to reduce saturated
fat in products before the UK's FSA starts its consumer awareness
campaign at the end of this year, says an expert from ADM who is
anticipating a swell of interest...
EU member states must recognise erythritol as an approved sweetener
by tomorrow, which is expected to increase its use in low-calorie
products across Europe.
Coca-Cola posted a 20 per cent improvement in operating revenues,
amounting to $28.8bn during the full fiscal year as the company
harnessed its international presence to drive growth in both its
carbonated and non-carbonated brands.
Tapping into the ongoing trend of sourcing novel ingredients from
processing by-products, researchers from Spain have reported that
onion wastes may be a source of antioxidant and anti-browning
bioactive ingredients.
DSM's full year nutriton results show investment in
innovation is rewarded with strong market position, but rising
costs, high expenditure and damaging exchange rates compromised
profits.
More than half of consumers say they are willing to switch to
sugar-free versions of traditional confectionery lines, which
suggests that sweeteners are no longer considered a 'niche'
ingredient in sweets, claims Beneo Palatinit.
Suppliers of eggs and meat products to Safeway, one of the US's
biggest food retailers, will be under pressure to prove their
animal welfare credentials.
The green tea polyphenol (-)-epicatechin-3-gallate (ECG) may slash
the risk of gastric cancer among women by 75 per cent, suggests a
new study from Japan.
Soybean oil with less that 1 percent linolenic acid and a high
oleic content has been brought onto the market by Asoyia, reducing
trans fats, increasing stability and extending shelf life.
Nutrient profiling models should be underscored by sound science,
be transparent, and be validated with respect to healthy diets,
says a new paper that sets out the steps to developing and
validating such models.
Anthocyanins, antioxidant pigments from fruit and vegetables, have
a "significant potency" against fat cells and could be
used for the prevention of weight gain, suggests a new study from
Japan.
While most consumers agree that ethically-sourced cocoa is no bad
thing, an ever increasing number of different schemes risks
muddying the issue and puzzling chocolate fans.
An all-natural colouring derived from seaweed has put blue Smarties
back on the shelves following their removal two years ago in
response to concerns over artificial additives.
Associated British Foods (ABF) will renounce permanently 165,000
tonnes of UK sugar production following the changes made to the
European sugar reform.
This week, Fonterra reveals its milk supply concerns, Saputo posts
profit growth from its North American focus, and Parmalat says it
is meeting its financial expectations for the year.
Nutritional ingredient firm Sabinsa has said its new manufacturing
and distribution facility is fully operational, which the company
hopes will allow it to take its ingredients into international
markets.
A diet rich in berries may boost levels of good cholesterol and
improve blood pressure, indicating their potential benefits for
heart health, says a new study from Finland.
Bunge posted a 71 percent increase in full year earnings amounting
to $44bn on the back of strong global demand for its edible oils
and commodity products, a pattern it expects to continue into 2008.
NutraCea is continuing its global expansion with the announcement
that it is to buy the largest rice bran oil processing facility in
South America, located in Brazil.
The release of aroma from a starch-containing food is dictated by
interactions of the volatile compound with the carbohydrate,
suggests new research from France.
Coca-Cola will acquire a 40 per cent stake in US-based organic
beverage group Honest Tea, as part of an ongoing drive to focus on
non-carbonated alternatives for its brands.
The potato is well-tolerated by more than 99 per cent of people,
according to a study by YorkTest which has dubbed the humble
spud, the 'safest food in Britain'.
The popular Whole Grain Stamp is to be launched in a bilingual
version for use on food products in Canada, expanding its reach to
more consumer groups as awareness of the healthy grains increases.
Takasago has unveiled plans to open a new citrus center in Florida,
the USA's largest citrus-producing state, in a bid to increase
product quality and innovation.
Food formulators looking for novel gelling agents may soon be
offered whey protein isolates and concentrates modified by
supercritical carbon dioxide, suggests a new study.
Owen Warnock, partner and food law expert at international law firm
Eversheds, unpicks the new EU labelling proposal and assesses what
it may mean for food manufacturers.
There is increasing scope for healthy yet indulgent products as
consumers refuse to sacrifice taste for nutrition, according to a
new Datamonitor study.
Hydrocolloid supplier TIC Gums has launched an emulsifier that
offers a cost-effective alternative to the more expensive propylene
glycol alginate (PGA).
Cosucra Groupe Warcoing is seeking to press home the message that
pea protein can be used in place of milk protein, reflecting a
trend that has picked up speed in the ingredients sector in the
light of high dairy prices.
Indian spice producer Vallabhdas Kanji Limited (VKL) has received
unspecified investment from Argonaut private equity firm, which
will let it pursue acquisition opportunities on a global scale and
further boost its manufacturing capacity.
Ecolab, a global supplier of hygiene and safety systems, hopes to
step up its focus on sustainable water and energy supply for the
beverage and food industries with its latest acquisition.
A panel of experts recommend that more countries be
recognised as fine or flavour cocoa producing countries in order to
provide new opportunities for trade.
Trehalose, a sugar found naturally in mushrooms, honey, lobster and
shrimp, improves the fruity aroma and the levels of healthy
polyphenol compounds in strawberry cream, suggests a new study.
Gum Technology has launched a new natural, cold soluble carrageenan
blend said to offer an instant rich texture for products ranging
from smoothies to frozen pizza crust.
Probiotic supplements may ease the suffering from diarrhoea and nausea amongst people with HIV and AIDS, suggests a joint study by African and Canadian researchers.
The application of modern horticultural techniques could revive
cultivation of traditional fruits in Africa like baobab,
butterfruit and tamarind, according to a new report.
