Solbar bounces back with US plan
After a turbulent two years following its IPO, Israel's Solbar is back on track and is positioning to be a major force in the US as a supplier of soy protein solutions.
Archives for November 21, 2006
Sudan Red found in new regions of China
More duck eggs containing the carcinogenic dye Sudan Red have been found in China, food officials said yesterday, expanding the recall outside of Beijing to the country's east coast.
Tetra takeover of cheddaring firm escapes Competition Commission
Tetra Laval's anticipated acquisition of the cheese-making equipment division of a UK-based firm will not be referred to the Competition Commission (CC) after the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) accepted proposals addressing competition concerns.
MAP packaging ensures fresh bread
A new Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) system has been developed by Italian firm PFM to prolong bread freshness.
Sweetener distributor combines low costs and quality control
A new sweetener supplier in the US claims to allow food and beverage firms to access ingredient supplies from low-cost manufacturing countries while maintaining Western standards of quality and service.
The fishy link to low rates of depression
Australian researchers found omega-3 fatty acids to be the most promising nutrient for alleviating the symptoms of depression, a finding that adds to the putative benefits associated with the lipid.
Vertical wrapper upgrades packaging technology
BG Pack has modified its line of packaging equipment to incorporate sealing and pocket bagging technology such as modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) suitable for a range of fresh bakery products.