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Nitrate additives may protect stomachs from ulcers
15-May-2008 - Nitrites and nitrates, much maligned additives in processed and cured meats, may help protect the stomach from damage, suggests research from Sweden.
Software developed for beer keg protection
14-May-2008 - Brewers can now reduce the risk of having to replace lost, stolen and misplaced beer kegs that can significantly push up their costs, according to the manufacturer of a new traceability solution for the industry.
Nestle and GE team-up to tackle nutrition-body composition issues
14-May-2008 - Understanding the associations between body composition, metabolic status, diet and lifestyle habits could be key to the struggle against obesity, and gaining an advantage in formulation.
New label applicator offers optional RFID encoding
13-May-2008 - Weber has modified its label printer applicator for the food and drinks industry to ensure maximum flexibility and versatility for end users as well as offering optional radio frequency identification (RFID) technology encoding.
Rumours suggest no need for nano regulations
13-May-2008 - Forthcoming advice will be against establishing regulations specific to nanotechnology, suggest rumours circulating in the political press.
Multipurpose milk tester designed for high-speed analysis
12-May-2008 - The development of a new testing device for milk products allows for rapid analysis of a variety of different factors without compromising accuracy, according to its manufacturer.
Green trend will boost RFID uptake
09-May-2008 - The trend towards greener packaging that is more easily recycled could boost sales of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, a global trade association has suggested.
DSM launches integrated approach to egg industry
07-May-2008 - Dutch food ingredients company DSM is stepping up its focus on the egg industry, promising reduced costs for companies that use its full range of products packaged in an integrated 'Total Concept'.
Label maker co-operation seeks traceability boost
06-May-2008 - A supplier of sensory labels designed for use on food and other consumer goods says it will team up with a traceability provider in a bid to offer processors heightened safety during distribution.
Opportunities for heart health on FDA soluble fibre amendment
06-May-2008 - Fresh opportunities for food makers to tap into soaring heart health market are opening up as FDA extends use of soluble fibre health claim to include certain whole oat products previously ineligible due to fat content.
Frost tolerant wheat on the horizon
02-May-2008 - Researchers at the University of California, Davis have identified the genes responsible for providing frost tolerance for wheat, giving plant breeders hope that damage resulting from wheat frost could soon become a thing of the past.
Croda kick starts UK brain food scheme
28-Apr-2008 - Croda has become the first ingredient supplier to receive accreditation under UK charity Food for the Brain Foundation's new labelling scheme that recognises products with cognitive benefits.
Pomegranate sauce offers marinade potential for industry
28-Apr-2008 - Marinating anchovies in pomegranate juice may extend the shelf-life of the fish, and positively enhance the flavour and aroma profile, suggests new research from Turkey.
Safer, smarter, simpler: the future of packaging
24-Apr-2008 - Food packaging will in the future have to offer more protection, greater flexibility and be simpler to produce, according to trends identified by Oman-based packaging group Octal.
Raspberry seed extract boosts muesli shelf-life
23-Apr-2008 - Extracts from raspberry seeds may protect components of muesli from oxidation, and prevent the development of off-flavours, according to new research.
Nordson, Sensory Analytics combine measurement technologies
23-Apr-2008 - Nordson, the US-based producer of coating measurement machinery for packaging manufacturers, has teamed up with compatriot Sensory Analytics to offer a wider range of facilities to its clients.
UK firm takes soft approach to wholegrains
22-Apr-2008 - A new range of softer wholegrains do not need pre-soaking and so the 'hard bite' texture often associated with grain products is eliminated, the manufacturer claims.
Natural preservative from olives keeps fish fresh
22-Apr-2008 - Hydroxytyrosol, a natural polyphenol from olives, may extend the shelf-life of fish products to the same extent as synthetic preservatives, suggests new research.
Lycopene from tangerine tomatoes more bioavailable: study
21-Apr-2008 - The lycopene content of orange tomatoes is more bioavailable than the form of lycopene found in the red variety, says new research from the US.
Pine bark extract's osteoarthritis potential expanded
17-Apr-2008 - Supplements of French maritime pine bark extracts may reduce the pain associated with arthritis of the knee by about 55 per cent, suggests a new study.
Syngenta to establish research base in China
17-Apr-2008 - Swiss biotech Syngenta is investing US$65m in the construction of a new biotech centre in China for to evaluate genetically-modified and native traits in soy and corn.
New technology driving US food safety sales
16-Apr-2008 - New products designed to help food processors verify the safety of their products at every stage of the food production process are driving sales in a buoyant US market, a new report states.
Green tea for sports nutrition?
15-Apr-2008 - Antioxidant-rich green tea may counter the effects of resistance exercise by reducing the detrimental effects of oxidative stress, suggests a small trial from Brazil.
Canola protein shows anti-diabetes potential
14-Apr-2008 - Substituting milk proteins for proteins from rapeseed (canola) could delay the onset of insulin resistance and protect against diabetes, suggests a new study with rats.
Nitrogen vs CO2: Air Products' handy guide
14-Apr-2008 - Air Products has commissioned a new study that will help food processors navigate their way through the potential minefield of meat chilling products.
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