Archives for October 29, 2013

Global yeast market could be worth $5.1bn by 2016

Increasing demand for specialised yeast to improve food and drink quality are driving rapid growth in the global yeast market , which could grow 75% on 2010 levels to reach $5.1bn by 2016, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets.

Protein source crucial to quality of gluten-free sweet baked goods: Study

The proteins in a formulation can drastically impact the quality and texture of gluten-free baked goods and therefore must be selected wisely, suggest researchers.

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Polyscope changes gears with food packaging focus

Polyscope is to apply for food contact approval on one of its terpolymer grades and target niche applications in a move into the food packaging market.

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Antifog additives target product appeal - AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel has launched antifog additives for polyethylene and ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA) food packaging films to boost the appeal and shelf life of fresh products.

Baker Perkins tackles challenges of a cookie boom

Interchangeable frozen dough machines for the cookie sector enable manufacturers to cater to booming demands for fresh-baked cookies, Baker Perkins says.