EU to probe UK dairy sector in antibiotics row
Food safety inspectors from the EU will investigate how UK dairy firms test for antibiotics residues in milk, after the European Commission banned cheese from one company on Friday.
Archives for October 9, 2006
Essential oils offer natural antioxidant alternatives for meats
Essential oils of sage and rosemary could offer a natural alternative for processed meats, slowing oxidative spoilage as well as imparting flavour and aroma, suggests a new study from Spain.
Dough machine speeds up processing times
Baking machinery maker Fritsch has introduced a new version of its dough sheeting system Rollfix - allowing it to accommodate thicker dough sheets and speed up process times.
Meat inspectors to install satellite dishes at key plants
About 2,000 meat and poultry processing plants have been given notice they must make space available for satellite dishes that will be used by federal food safety inspectors.
EU dairies need more support for innovation, says industry body
The next few years will be a crucial time for the European dairy industry, as several economic and strategic issues that could shape the sector for decades come to a head. Chris Mercer speaks to the European Dairy Association about what lies ahead.
Gelita protein promises to cut fat in chocolate
A special protein generated through a novel enzymatic process has been developed to partially replace the fat in chocolate.
Galactic j-v doubles lactic acid capacity in China
Belgian lactic acid producer Galactic will double capacity at its joint venture plant in China to meet rising demand for the additive in food production.