Archives for July 25, 2004

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Soy remains volatile but weather holds promise for prices

Health concerns continue to drive market growth for soy ingredients but prices have risen over the past year due to a squeeze in supplies. However, favourable weather conditions for soybean crops in the US could offer some relief to future prices,...

New generation juicy fruit ingredients for bakery formulations

US cranberry co-operative Ocean Spray will roll out a plumper version of its health ingredient for use in bakery products onto the European food market in the next few months, hoping to see value-added ingredients boost a bottom line hit by high...

Grape extracts awarded for innovative use

An Australian firm, which yesterday received a food industry award for its range of heart healthy grape extracts, is looking into export opportunities on the European market. But health claims regulations may increase the challenges for those looking...