Archives for February 22, 2010

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'Game changing' high pressure processing system launched

By Rory Harrington

A game changing high pressure processing (HPP) system makes improved food safety technology more affordable and responds to the growing trend for preservative-free products, said manufacturer Avure Technologies.

No trans fat ban for Louisville – yet

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A proposed trans fat ban in Louisville, Kentucky has been rejected in favor of a public education effort, better labeling and a voluntary phase-out – despite a taskforce recommendation for an outright ban.

Fat crystal innovation shows salt reduction potential

By Stephen Daniells

Controlling the release of salt in foods may be one avenue to reduce salt but maintain flavour, and British researchers report that fat micro-crystals may just do what is necessary.

CEO at heart of tomato probe charged with racketeering

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Former owner and CEO of SK Foods Frederick Scott Salyer has been charged with running his company as a criminal racketeering enterprise for more than a decade and could face up to 20 years in prison.