Fat replacers to spiral in US dairy and meat sectors
Demand for fat replacers is set to increase as health trends continue, with particular growth experienced in the meat and dairy sector, according to a new report.
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Texture of low-fat ice cream boosted by prebiotics
The prebiotic inulin may enhance the texture of probiotic ice-cream, resulting in a potentially health friendly summer snack, according to new research.
News briefs: Cloetta Fazer, salty ice-cream and a confectionery conference
Rising costs cause Cloetta Fazer profits to drop, Haagen-Dazs puts salt in ice-cream, and the UK Food and Drink Federation (FDF) holds a conference on the changing confectionery market.
Rice bran tipped for debut in new European markets
NutraCea is expecting to see its first sales of stabilised rice bran in Central and Eastern Europe following this week's FiCEE trade show, where the ingredient has been warmly received for its potential to reduce manufacturers' costs.
Cargill cranks up European operations with Polish expansion
Ingredients firm Cargill yesterday completed the expansion of its Polish wheat processing facility, designed to meet consumer demand across the European bloc.