Archives for November 14, 2008

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Extra insurance for ripple effect after food safety scare

By Sarah Hills

Food and beverage manufacturers should consider covering the ‘cracks’ in standard food safety insurance policies to protect themselves against the knock-on effect of a contamination scare, according to an industry expert.

Whey coating of dried strawberries could extend use: Study

By staff reporter

A new study suggests that coating freeze dried strawberry pieces with whey protein, glycerol and lactose can help reserve texture when they are rehydrated, thereby making them suitable for use in a broader range of moist and liquid applications.

FDA cracks down on Chinese imports

By Sarah Hills

The FDA has stepped up its import controls for dairy products from China following the melamine scare and extended its investigation into non-dairy protein products.

Mintel unveils 2009 flavor forecast

By Sarah Hills

Persimmon and Masala are among the flavor trends that Mintel has named in its new forecast for 2009, which focuses on exotic fruits and ethnic influences.