Super fruit may boost shelf-life for probiotic yoghurt
16-Feb-2010 - Adding the pulp of acai to probiotic yoghurt may boost the shelf-life of probiotic yoghurt,...
Electronic nose sniffs out food aroma quality
22-Dec-2009 - Reliable electronic noses capable of consistently detecting different food aromas moved a step closer recently...
Loma launches X-ray, metal detection systems
02-Sep-2009 - Loma Systems has expanded its x-ray and metal detection offering for food manufacturers with the...
Study finds novel method to test food for contamination
26-Sep-2008 - US researchers claim to have developed a new technology to detect illness causing bacteria that...
Forecast model can predict bacterial progeny, claim researchers
20-Jun-2008 - A mathematical forecast model will enable all parties throughout the supply chain to estimate the...
New method could end lettuce contamination, say researchers
09-Jun-2008 - A method being developed to stop microbes attaching to tissues could prevent bacterial contamination of...
Weight and mood drive Euro functional food development
28-May-2008 - Foods that assist weight management, cognition and mood and that are high in antioxidants, fibre...
Genetic and agricultural data made more accessible
12-Feb-2008 - Researchers will be able to gain access more easily to genetic and agricultural data on...
Fingerprints could help stop fake food
09-Jan-2008 - Researchers at the University of the Basque Country are working on a way to develop...
Kit cuts pathogen detection time down to hours
15-Nov-2007 - Scientists who claim to have developed what they say is the fastest food detector of...
Processing lab opens for pre-production testing
20-Mar-2007 - A new lab that provides powder processing services allows firms to test small batches before...
New EU food testing labs come into operation
16-Mar-2007 - Three new EU food laboratories are coming into operation today, providing testing facilities for heavy...
Ozone nano-bubbles harnessed to sterilise water
28-Feb-2007 - A new steriliser uses ozone nano-bubbles to produce a water mixture that can be used...
Nano scale coating process developed for baking sector
28-Feb-2007 - A US company claims to have developed a way to apply micro- and nano scale...
New inspection system to launch in April
22-Feb-2007 - The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) today said it will launch a new risk-based inspection...
Extended tests help food labs assess performance
31-Jan-2007 - Lab M has extended its food lab proficiency testing scheme by adding Lactic acid bacteria,...
EU sets up food contact materials reference lab
08-Dec-2006 - The EU yesterday opened a commmunity reference lab for food packaging, part the bloc's plan...
Taking the guesswork out of microbial production
12-Sep-2006 - A Netherlands-based research company claims a breakthrough in developing a more efficient way to produce...
DNA used for cheese quality stamp
23-Aug-2006 - Scientists are using DNA extraction to build a quality 'ID card' for Andalusian goat's cheese,...
Cow completed
18-Aug-2006 - It was announced yesterday that scientists have successfully mapped the most extensive cow genetic sequence...
Pork quality is a matter pH, says scientist
15-Aug-2006 - US scientists are proposing a new way to evaluate pork quality - its pH content.
New hops promise tastier beer
20-Jun-2006 - A new generation of hops for beer is being developed by researchers in New Zealand,...
Infusion pump uses rotary device for accurate measurement
02-May-2006 - A new pump for the medical industry could also be used by the food sector...
Foss offers pay-per-test scheme to food labs
27-Apr-2006 - A pay-per-sample scheme introduced for a milk-testing laboratory in Germany could be offered to other...
Russian scientists stretch meat shelf-life
05-Dec-2005 - Russian scientists claim they have devised a method of keeping meat fresh for up to...
