Archives for October 10, 2007

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Cognis makes lauric acid-free whipping agent for snacks

By  staff reporter

Cognis has developed a new whipping agent under its Lamequick brand using vegetable oils that are free from lauric acid, thus avoiding the soapy taste that can result from interactions with herbs and spices.

Chinese dairy demand drives Tetra Pak expansion

By  Neil Merrett

Tetra Pak has expanded its total packaging output in China to 40bn containers following completion of a €100m plant in a bid to meet the huge increases in demand for dairy products.

Chr Hansen boosts kids' probiotics efforts

By  Lorraine Heller

Chr Hansen has introduced a new probiotic mix for children, which the firm is marketing in an easy-to-use format that can be added directly to foods and drinks as a dietary supplement.

New Zealand re-opens milk safety review

By  Neil Merrett

The New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) has called for further testing on two different proteins used in milk production, just one month after claiming there was no danger in consuming either of the products.

News briefs: Lactalis, Arla and rock and roll cheese

By  Neil Merrett

In this weeks round-up, some of France's leading dairy group's continue to rack up their prices amidst increasing dairy costs, the EU stands up for Staffordshire and cheese may be the new rock and roll.