health
Patterson named IFST president
The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) has elected Professor Margaret Patterson as its new president. Professor Patterson is a food microbiologist at the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) in Belfast, and serves on the scientific advisory committee of Safefood – a body that promotes food safety throughout North and south Ireland. She has […]
DuPont expands MCC offering
DuPont Nutrition & Health is expanding its microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) offering through an extended agreement with Taiwan-based Mingtai. The agreement includes development, production, distribution, marketing and sale of the hydrocolloid to the global food industries. In 2009, DuPont Nutrition & Health entered into the MCC gum industry via a strategic partnership with Mingtai, with the […]
Sneaking goodness into snacks
Researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK say they may have found a way to ‘sneak’ nutrients into children’s snacks. The team from the Manchester Food Research Centre, based at the university, has been testing extruded snacks made from fruit powders against popular brands Quavers and Wotsits. And in taste tests with schoolchildren in […]
‘We need to bridge the gap between consumers and the food industry’
Anke Sentko, Beneo’s vice-president, regulatory affairs and nutrition communication, reveals a taste for fine fare and forest walks
Launch of food allergy study welcomed
An international study into food allergy has just been launched in the UK. The project, led by the University of Manchester and funded by the European Commission, will involve leading experts from around the world, including the UK and USA. The university team will work with 38 partners, including the Food Standards Agency (FSA), the […]
LycoRed launches ingredients combo for bone health
LycoRed has launched Lyc-O-Fem, a slow-release formulation for bone health containing genistein, tomato lycopene and vitamin D. The firm says the combination of ingredients also ‘provides a natural approach to alleviate menopause symptoms’. The genistein in Lyc-O-Fem is a phytoestrogen derived from sophora japonica, the Japanese pagoda tree, is standardised to 98% purity and specially […]
EU agencies to advise on bute risk
The European Commission has asked EFSA and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to carry out a joint assessment of the risks to human health from residues of the anti-inflammatory drug phenylbutazone in horsemeat. The request comes in the wake of the horsemeat scandal and the discovery of phenylbutazone – also known as ‘bute’ – in […]
FDF industry awards open for entry
The new Food and Drink Federation (FDF) awards are now open for entry. The awards have been launched to coincide with FDF’s centenary and include a number of new categories for both individuals and companies. The entries will all be judged by panels of industry experts and the winners announced at an awards ceremony at […]
Cargill buys Fugeia dietary fibre technology
Cargill’s starches and sweeteners business has revealed that it has bought the technology for the extraction and purification of the dietary fibre and antioxidant source of wheat bran from health and nutrition firm Fugeia. The acquisition is, says Cargill, a natural extension of its starches and sweeteners’ strategy to ‘continuously explore new markets and technologies […]
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Compact solution to fresh produce palletising
Automated packing and palletising systems firm Brillopak has unveiled a new robotic palletiser specifically designed for fresh fruit and vegetables. The development of the Compact C211 followed research by the firm into the issues surrounding fresh produce packaging. One of the major findings was a pressure on margins, causing firms to seek efficiencies in terms […]
Fresh new markets for salads
The prepared salads market is moving from its traditional position as a side dish and into the main meal arena, according to new research. The trend, says Innova Market Insights, is as a result of more substantial protein ingredients – such as poultry or fish – and a wider range of convenient packaging formats. However, […]
FSA orders tests on UK beef products
Food retailers are to carry out tests on all processed beef products after some Findus lasagnes were found to contain 100% horsemeat. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) ordered the UK tests, saying it was ‘highly likely’ criminal activity was to blame for the contamination. It said there was no evidence of a health risk, but […]
‘This year will be challenging – but rewarding too’
Christopher McCuin, event director of Pro2Pac and IFE, is hungry for success – and a solution to food wastage
Facing facts on factory hygiene
Hygiene issues have always been important in the food industry – but in recent years their role in underpinning safe food production has been highlighted by their inclusion as a major part of HACCP prerequisites.
Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability