Archives for April 23, 2007

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EU toughens pasteurisation testing

By  George Reynolds

The European Union has set new standards that regulate dairy pasteurisation testing, which bring bloc into line with international standards already in place.

Gas sensor speeds up packaging tests

By  staff reporter

A modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) sensor just introduced in the UK market speeds up the process of testing that the correct mix of gasses have been used in a product.

Milk prices debate keeps dairy in the spotlight

By  Chris Mercer

Public debates over farmgate milk prices will take place across Britain over the next couple of weeks, as producers and campaign groups look to maintain pressure on retailers and processors.

Barry Callebaut to study cocoa butter for diabetics

By  Jess Halliday

Barry Callebaut is funding research aimed at discovering the component in cocoa butter responsible for an observed improvement in insulin sensitivity, with the ultimate aim of developing chocolate products for diabetics.