Boil in bag lid creates microwave steamer
A new lid for convenience foods, which allows consumers to steam cook products in a microwave, provides processors with an alternative to the traditional boil-in-the-bag packaging.
Archives for January 4, 2007
Starch research targets clean label products
New research into the properties of various starches could be of use to food manufacturers developing clean label products.
Bamboo leaf extract to stop acrylamide formation?
Using an antioxidant-rich bamboo leaf extract could reduce the formation of acrylamide in potato chips and French fries by about 75 per cent, according to a new study.
Scientists speed up pathogen detection system
A new technique developed by scientists improves on mass spectrometry detection methods to speed up the identification of foodborne pathogens.
Milk Link buys out Glanbia to lead UK cheese
UK dairy co-operative Milk Link has consolidated its position in the country's cheese market after buying out partner firm Glanbia from The Cheese Company.
Book review
Pasteurisation guide provides practical advice on standards
An updated guide on pasteurisation aims to help processors set manufacturing standards that allow for the consistent production of safe foods.
Sara Lee launches 100 percent whole wheat bread
Sara Lee has launched a new bread category that it claims could help increase US whole grain consumption by billions of grams per year.
Whole fat milk linked to lower weight gain
Women who regularly consumed at least one serving of full-fat diary every day gained about 30 per cent less weight than women who didn't, says a study from Sweden.
Bacteriophage approved for hide washing
A natural cleaning fluid made of live bacteria could help meat processors get rid of pathogensfrom animal hides, a key source of cross-contamination in the plant.
Western foods driving demand for cheese in Korea
South Koreans are consuming greater quantities of cheese as foods like pizza, cheeseburgers and sandwiches become more popular among the younger generation.
Food labelling debate on a collision course
Some of the UK's biggest food manufacturers are launching a £4m campaign next Monday to promote GDA labels - a move that will reignite the debate over food labelling.
Confectioners prepare for a sweet 2007
Sweet makers are gearing up for the coming year by targeting trends for healthy, natural and sugar-free ingredients as well as the demand for innovation in growth sectors such as gum.
EFSA calls for data on furan food contamination
EFSA has invited the food industry to submit data on furan contamination in food and beverages from 1 January.