Dispatches from IFT
Ancient grain blend to plug gluten-free nutrition gap
ConAgra Mills has developed a gluten-free flour that claims to have superior nutritional qualities to white rice, potato and corn flours, made with a blend of ancient grains.
Archives for June 14, 2009
Dispatches from IFT
Treatt launches honey distillates for low-cal treats
Treatt is extending the options for manufacturers that want to make honey flavoured products but without extra sugar or calories – and without having to deal with bulk quantities of sticky real honey.
Cereal prices could rise, suggests Credit Suisse report
Costs for agri-commodities will hover high in the short term with prices "more likely to rise than fall", despite a contraction in global demand, concludes a new report from Credit Suisse.
More support for heart healthy wholegrains
Consumption of wholemeal wheat foods may improve both total and ‘bad’ cholesterol levels, compared to refined foods, says new research from Italy.
Big hopes for EFSA’s big health claim day
Shane Starling reports from the European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) much anticipated industry stakeholders’ meeting about health claims in Brussels today.
IFT '09: In defence of trade shows
As the dust settles on another IFT the absence of several big players has left some questioning the relevance of trade shows in the 21st Century.
Aldi takes colours out of Australian products
Aldi is removing the Southampton Six food colours from products in its Australian supermarkets, following a campaign by consumer groups.