Chr Hansen develops natural meat curing ingredient
Chr Hansen has developed a natural cure for meats that can be used in place of added nitrite, helping food makers to develop clean-label meat products.
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Danone strengthens interest in Algerian dairy sector
Groupe Danone's growing interest in the Algerian dairy market underlines the importance of the North African / Middle East region to European milk processors.
National Uniformity Coalition strikes back at bill opponents
The National Uniformity for Food Coalition this week released a legal analysis that claims the proposed legislation would only affect 11 state laws as part of an effort to set national standards for food safety regulations.
Pharmachem launches carb blocker for food use
Pharmachem Laboratories is introducing a new ingredient derived from white bean that lowers the calorie-count and glycemic index of starchy foods - an innovation that will allow manufacturers to make healthier or diet products.
Natural tomato color booms as firms avoid synthetic
Just a few months after its approval in the US, a natural tomato food colorant claims to have attracted strong interest as food and beverage manufacturers look to clean up their labels.
Scientists unlock secret to whey-based 'mayo'
Scientists in Spain have developed a buttermilk-based emulsifier with similar properties to mayonnaise.
Connecticut Senate votes to ban school soda sales
The nationwide initiative to improve school nutrition is gathering momentum, with Connecticut becoming the next in line to pass legislation aimed at reducing childhood obesity.