Gum arabic suppliers: Sudan threats are not serious
Ingredients suppliers say threats by Sudan's US ambassador to cut off gum arabic supplies from the country are not serious, and an embargo would not have a catastrophic effect on the world supply.
Archives for June 4, 2007
Canadian hemp milk looks to nourish US dairy alternative market
Canadian hemp manufacturer Manitoba Harvest is counting on its new hemp milk to bring further consumer awareness to the health benefits of a seed often associated with marijuana.
New cake icing targeted at health-conscious consumers
British Sugar has created a new cake covering using non-hydrogenated fat, aimed at quelling fears over trans fats in bakery products.
Bio-film uses fuel and dairy byproducts
A new method to create biodegradable protective films from dairy and biofuel byproducts has been developed, US scientists announced today.
Pack allows use of vacuum and MAP techniques
A new pack allows processors to use both vacuum and modified atmosphere techniques for extending the shelf life of their products.