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Reducing sodium needs increased knowledge: Review
A scientific review has suggested that wider knowledge on the role of sodium chloride in baked goods is needed should industry wish to reduce levels successfully with little disruption to...
Grupo Bimbo’s Sara Lee buy: The profits and strains
Mexican bread titan Grupo Bimbo has said expenses from its Sara Lee buy last year have led to a slight drop in Q2 earnings despite healthy sales.
Bunge North American CEO: 'Who would have thought Bunge would be involved in cooking and kitchens a few years ago?'
Milled grains and edible oils specialist Bunge is now walking the talk when it comes to collaboration with the launch of a new state-of-the-art culinary center at its Ingredient Innovation...
Some quinoa varieties may be unsuitable for strict gluten-free diets, study suggests
A new study has questioned advice to include quinoa in gluten-free diets for those with celiac disease, finding that some varieties may trigger symptoms.
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Real Good Food Company annual report published
The Real Good Food Company (RGFC) has published its full 2012 annual report outlining financial results and strategy for its investors.
Palm oil-free may be emerging trend
A shift towards palm oil-free foods and ingredients could be an emerging trend in Europe, according to market analysts.
Costly bakery consolidation and rocky conditions hit Goodman Fielder
Struggling Australian food firm Goodman Fielder has lowered its full-year 2012 (FY12) earnings forecast as costly restructuring of its baking units and rocky trading conditions slam revenues.
Fortify gluten-free bread with calcium without quality loss, say researchers
Calcium salts can be added to gluten-free breads with the addition of inulin without affecting product quality, according to a study.
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Flowers Foods finalises $370m Lepage Bakeries buy
US-based packaged bakery specialist Flowers Foods completed its $370m acquisition of Lepage Bakeries today.
Biothera CEO: It’s public knowledge that today’s immune system is not as developed as it was decades ago
Manufacturers of everything from bread to sports supplements are now incorporating beta glucan-based ingredient Wellmune WGP into their products as consumer demand for immune health products grows, says brand owner...
EU health claims may spell global opportunities: National Starch Food Innovation
National Starch Food Innovation has been granted health claims for its maize and barley ingredients and the firm’s EU regulatory manager said this should drive business within Europe and beyond....
Study backs antioxidant-rich coriander bread fortification
Naturally antioxidant-rich coriander leaves improve the sensory and bakery characteristics of white bread significantly, while also prompting enhanced shelf-life, according to researchers.
Grupo Bimbo claims 30% savings with Mercedes van deal
Mexican bakery manufacturer Grupo Bimbo has established an alliance with Mercedes-Benz for eco-friendly vans that it claims will reduce operating costs by 30% compared to its last vehicles.
Fruit flours: A new nutritional and sustainable gluten-free alternative?
Gluten-free foods could benefit from highly fibrous fruit flours developed from the by-product of juice and cider production, according to a senior researcher.
Tight chia supply? Not us, says Australia’s Chia Co., as it continues global expansion
The much touted tightness in the chia supply is not being experienced by all suppliers, with Australia’s The Chia Company extending its growing area 100% year-on-year to satisfy demand.
UK lunchbox trend forces bakers to up variety amid foreign invasion
Bakery manufacturers in the UK are assessing ways to spice-up their product mix as adult consumers look for variety in their at-work lunchboxes and foreign bakery grows in popularity, according...
Mandatory flour fortification in Africa needs educational support, says Mühlenchemie
Mandatory flour fortification across most of francaphone Africa is fuelling business opportunities for enrichment specialists, but education at ground-level will be crucial to the sector’s future, says Mühlenchemie.
US grain volatility will knock industry by September: Analyst
Price spikes in the US grains market fuelled by a lengthy drought will be felt by bakery and snack manufacturers around September, according to an industry analyst.
Dr. Schar bites into giant US gluten-free market with new facility
Gluten-free specialist Dr. Shar will bite into the sizeable gluten-free market in the US with its new manufacturing facility that will produce breads, bagels and frozen goods.
UK scientists take on €8.2m grant for GM corn development
A €8.2m ($10m) grant has been given to researchers at the John Innes Center in the UK to develop GM varieties of corn that are able to absorb nitrogen from...
Industry hits back at salt report critics
Trade groups have hit back at critics of their view that the UK food industry is reaching the limits of salt reduction, following a report published today on the topic.
Britannia to launch healthier breads in India
Indian food giant Britannia Industries will target the healthy foods segment for its next stage of growth, starting with healthier bread.
AMF Bakery acquires Tromp Bakery Equipment
Markel Ventures subsidiary AMF Bakery Systems has announced the acquisition of Netherlands-based Tromp Bakery Equipment.
Ulrick & Short boosts research into new ingredients
UK firm Ulrick & Short has vowed to step up its research into launching new functional clean label ingredients and extending the uses of its additional raw material crop base.
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Grupo Bimbo opens entry to nutrition and food technology research awards
Grupo Bimbo is calling for entrants in the 2012 Pan-American Nutrition, Food Science and Technology Awards, which offers eight awards for research in the field of nutrition, and eight in...
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