Artificial throat to cut development costs for food makers
Scientists have unveiled the first artificial throat for the food industry that could lead to reduced development costs and faster flavour development for food makers, writes Lindsey Partos.
Archives for November 26, 2004
Boehringer product to meet rise in demand for magnesium
German fine chemicals supplier Boehringer Ingelheim is offering a new magnesium product to meet increasing demand from companies looking to fortify with this mineral, writes Dominique Patton.
CRA wants to highlight the 'healthy' side of corn
The Corn Refiners Association released its 2004 annual report on Wednesday, focusing attention on the 'healthy' aspects of corn and away from negative opinions of corn-derived products.
Wheat prices under pressure as stocks remain low
Despite a fall in prices, the cost of wheat-based ingredients is likely to remain under pressure on the back of ongoing low global stocks, risks to Australian and Canadian production and a possible restocking from China.
Bacteria offer novel approach to vitamin fortification
Emerging research on lactic acid bacteria is set to offer food companies a new method of vitamin enrichment that allows them to get around consumer concerns over added ingredients, writes Dominique Patton.
Guidance issued for biotech foods
The FDA last week issued draft guidance for the food industry to address the safety of biotech foods.
Corn Products to close refining plants
Corn Products International announced this week that it will close two of its corn refining facilities, one in North America and one in South America.