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Firm claims yeast product will inhibit acrylamide in foods

jane.byrne@decisionnews.com — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Canadian yeast research and development company, Functional Technologies Corporations, said it has developed, tested and filed patent applications for a yeast technology that reduces the formation of acrylamide, a carcinogen formed when starchy foods are baked, fried or toasted.

Trials prove efficacy of fibre and multivitamin chocolate fortification, says Herza

jane.byrne@decisionnews.com — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

German chocolate ingredient supplier, Herza Schokolade, said it has recently concluded a series of trials on the incorporation of health boosting ingredients into chocolate based on the hike in demand for the functional additions from its food manufacturer customers.

Popcorn recalled on potential pest presence

jane.byrne@decisionnews.com — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

UK independent confectionery manufacturer Tangerine Confectionery has recalled a number of batches of its Butterkist Sweet Microwave Popcorn due to the potential presence of rice weevil.

Pectin-rich ingredients show fat replacing potential

stephen.daniells@decisionnews.com — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Using pectin as a fat replacer may produce baked goods with 30 per cent less shortening, while producing a more tender texture, says new research.

Lactic bacteria breakthrough may reduce bread additive use

jess.halliday@decisionnews.com — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Researchers in Finland have discovered lactic bacteria that naturally produce hydrocolloids in wheat bread using sourdough, and could be used to make additive-free products that meet taste and texture requirements.

The HVP recall: Damage control déjà vu

caroline.scott-thomas@decisionnews.com — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Not again! It emerged last week that Basic Food Flavors, the company behind the ongoing HVP recall, knew its products were tainted with salmonella but carried on shipping them anyway. Déjà vu anyone?

Active and intelligent packaging regs - evolution and innovation

rory.harrington@decisionnews.com — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

New active and intelligent packaging rules and guidelines introduced last year across Europe should bring much-needed clarity to the sector and pave the way for innovation, said one expert as he set out how the system could work in practice.

Ulrick & Short expands business development team

jess.halliday@decisionnews.com — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

UK clean label ingredient specialist Ulrick & Short has appointed a new member to its business development team to specialise in the bakery and dairy dessert sectors.

Poor equipment design compromising food safety, EHEDG

jane.byrne@decisionnews.com — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Misinterpretation of fundamental criteria for the hygienic design of equipment by designers is resulting in incorrect installation of parts such as valves and sensors at the initial design stage of new food processing equipment and leaves processors exposed to contaminant threats, claims the EHEDG.

Czech baker looks set to expand into Hungary

jane.byrne@decisionnews.com — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Penam, a leading Czech producer in the field of bakery, flour-milling, pasta and confectionary products, is moving into the Hungarian market with the acquisition of a leading baked goods manufacturer, Ceres.