Pilot phase testing can aid SME sugar-free gum market entry, Beneo
Beneo claims that new equipment at its laboratory in Germany will enable small and medium sized sweet manufacturers test its sugar replacer, Isomalt, in chewing gum.
Archives for October 25, 2010
Antioxidants may improve bread quality: Study
The quality and shelf life of whole grain bread may be improved by reducing oxidation during storage, according to new research that shows the potential of antioxidant ingredients.
Defatted cocoa powder ‘best compromise’ for low-fat choc: Nestle
Formulating reduced fat chocolate using defatted cocoa powder may indeed by the ‘best compromise’ for confectionery producers, says a new study from Nestlé Product Technology.
Dietary Guidelines do improve nutrition, says committee chair
Although the Dietary Guidelines for Americans may seem similar to those published in 1980, they contain distinct differences, and certain aspects of Americans’ diets have improved as a result, claims a new commentary.
New method brings computer detection of foodborne pathogens a step closer
US researchers claim to have taken a “major step towards” teaching computers to detect and classify foodborne pathogens such as Listeria, E.coli and salmonella in real time.
Spanish technology centre sniffs out trends from Japan, USA
Four European research centres have launched a joint project to scope out global food trends and stimulate open innovation within the global food industry.
Canada charts progress in wake of fatal Listeria outbreak
Canadian food safety officials said “considerable progress” has been made in overhauling the country’s food safety systems in the wake of the Maple Leaf Listeria outbreak that killed 23 in 2008.
Ajinomoto and USDA collaborate on MSG research
The US Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Ajinomoto have announced a joint research project examining whether monosodium glutamate (MSG) consumption could aid weight management.
US citric acid industry claims Chinese firms avoiding antidumping duties
The American citric acid industry has asked the US Department of Commerce to investigate possible circumvention of antidumping and countervailing duties in place for citric acid imported from China.
Senomyx and Firmenich expand sucrose enhancer deal
Senomyx has expanded its collaborative agreement with Firmenich for the commercial development of sweet enhancers to include its S6973 sucrose enhancer in certain beverages, the company has said.