Danisco tips sustainable emulsifiers for bright future despite limited uptake
Danisco says industry interest in its sustainable palm oil-based emulsifiers has been hit by continued input price pressures, but still insists they have a bright future.
Archives for January 14, 2011
DuPont’s Danisco buy boosts probiotics and could spur further acquisitions
DuPont’s €4.9bn acquisition of Danish probiotics and sweeteners specialist Danisco this week is vindication of the increasing economic viability of functional foods, according to analysts.
EFSA publishes draft guidance on nano risk assessment
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published draft guidance giving more specific risk assessment information regarding the use of nanotechnology in food.
Danish food industry sources slam 'fat tax'
Sources within the Danish food industry have criticised the country’s new blanket tax on saturated fats in foods, claiming it will harm productivity and could even worsen the population’s health.
Polar charges may play important role in aroma release: Study
The polar charges of food ingredients may play an important role in the retention and release of aroma compounds in a food matrix, according to new research.
Origin certification scheme launched to combat ‘honey laundering’
A coalition organization of honey companies and importers has revealed a new initiative to certify the origin of US honey in an effort to ensure product purity and safety.
New yoghurt cultures meet demand for a mild taste
A new line of yoghurt cultures ensure taste remains mild throughout the products’ shelf life, claims manufacturer Danisco.
Cargill: FDA phytosterol CHD claim change will cause “irreparable injury”
Industry is calling on the FDA to extend the compliance period to proposed changes the agency is making for a phytosterol-based coronary heart disease (CHD)-lowering health claim that will broaden it beyond esterified forms to include free sterol and...
Nutrigenomics gains interest among US consumers
More than half of US consumers like the idea of using their genetic make up to tailor-make dietary advice, according to new research from Datamonitor.
Obesity could spur US fat replacer market, says report
High obesity rates and demand for low-fat and fat-free foods could help improve the US market for fat replacement products, after growth slowed during the economic downturn, says a new report from GIA.
Irish export boom led by dairy products and ingredients
Strong dairy product and ingredient exports drove an 11% increase in the value of Irish food and drink exports during 2010, according to a new government report.
Tests prove pound cake egg replacer matches sensory expectations, reports Arla
In-house trials on an optimised egg replacer formulation for pound cakes show it can match the quality of conventional recipes, and also improve on them through enhanced crumb structure and even air distribution, claims bakery ingredients supplier Arla...