Boil in bag lid creates microwave steamer
A new lid for convenience foods, which allows consumers to steam cook products in a microwave, provides processors with an alternative to the traditional boil-in-the-bag packaging.
Archives for January 4, 2007
Starch research targets clean label products
New research into the properties of various starches could be of use to food manufacturers developing clean label products.
Bamboo leaf extract to stop acrylamide formation?
Using an antioxidant-rich bamboo leaf extract could reduce the formation of acrylamide in potato chips and French fries by about 75 per cent, according to a new study.
Campaigners launch fresh attack on bottled water
Campaign group Sustain has reignited debate on the environmental harm caused by soaring bottled water sales, criticising government departments for adding to the problem and urging consumers to re-embrace tap water.
Scientists speed up pathogen detection system
A new technique developed by scientists improves on mass spectrometry detection methods to speed up the identification of foodborne pathogens.
Trends 2007
Smoothie operators lead UK health binge
Smoothies are set to be the high street success story for the UK soft drinks industry over the next few years, figures suggest, harnessing a growing trend for healthy fast food.
Book review
Pasteurisation guide provides practical advice on standards
An updated guide on pasteurisation aims to help processors set manufacturing standards that allow for the consistent production of safe foods.
Sara Lee launches 100 percent whole wheat bread
Sara Lee has launched a new bread category that it claims could help increase US whole grain consumption by billions of grams per year.
Bacteriophage approved for hide washing
A natural cleaning fluid made of live bacteria could help meat processors get rid of pathogensfrom animal hides, a key source of cross-contamination in the plant.
Food labelling debate on a collision course
Some of the UK's biggest food manufacturers are launching a £4m campaign next Monday to promote GDA labels - a move that will reignite the debate over food labelling.
Confectioners prepare for a sweet 2007
Sweet makers are gearing up for the coming year by targeting trends for healthy, natural and sugar-free ingredients as well as the demand for innovation in growth sectors such as gum.
EFSA calls for data on furan food contamination
EFSA has invited the food industry to submit data on furan contamination in food and beverages from 1 January.