Scientists measure moulds in cornflake brands
Concentrations of harmful moulds called fumonisins were higher in organic samples of cornflakes, finds an investigative study on over 200 samples of this popular breakfast cereal.
Archives for September 1, 2005
Chr Hansen opens world's biggest dairy cultures plant
Danish company Chr Hansen has shored up its lead in the dairy cultures business after doubling capacity at its plant in France, now said to be the world's largest.
Bakery industry cashes in on wholegrain trend
With wholegrains fast becoming the new health trend, food and ingredients companies are tripping over each other to launch new products and marketing strategies in order to cash in on the craze while interest is high.
Ahold divestment part of 'Road to Recovery'
Royal Ahold's sale of Deli XL to South Africa-based Bidvest of South Africa was cleared yesterday by the European Commission, serving as a sign another investment company sees opportunity in Europe's stagnant food marketplace.
New sheller for cashew nut processing
Indian researchers have developed a cashew nut sheller for use in a processing plant with cashew shelling capacity of 100 kg per hour,