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Mango to offer fibre boost for cookies

06-Mar-2008 - Extracts from mangos are a rich source of antioxidants and dietary fibre and can easily be used in bakery products to boost public consumption, suggests new research.

Packaging firms face future financial squeeze

06-Mar-2008 - A new report warns that the future remains challenging for European packaging firms, as rising input and transportation costs will continue to weigh down on the industry.

Pectin, whey encapsulate vitamins for beverage

11-Mar-2008 - Encapsulating water-soluble ingredients in a whey protein-pectin complex could extend their use in acidic beverages, suggests new research from Canada.

Milk prices slowing EU dairy herd decline

12-Mar-2008 - The current high prices for raw dairy milk being paid by processors and consumers is encouraging Europe's dairy farmers to better meet growing demand for the product, according to a new report.

Green group calls for halt on nanotechnology

12-Mar-2008 - Environmental group Friends of the Earth (FOE) has called for a moratorium on the use of nanotechnology in the food chain, claiming insufficient research has been carried out into its effect on human health and the environment.

FDA plans wider foreign inspection approach

18-Mar-2008 - The US Food and Drug administration (FDA) is seeking permission from the Chinese government to install eight full time FDA officials in the country, as part of plans to improve monitoring of exported food manufacturing across the globe.

Study supports encapsulation in symbiotic ice cream

18-Mar-2008 - A new study has reported that probiotic bacteria used in symbiotic ice cream had 30 per cent higher survivability in storage when encapsulated in calcium alginate than 'free' probiotics.

Iodine fortification mandatory for NZ bakers

19-Mar-2008 - Bakers in New Zealand will now by law have to fortify bread products with iodine, as regulators in the country attempt to boost consumption of the essential nutrient.

Gleditsia triacanthos shows promise for new hydrocolloid

21-Mar-2008 - Gleditsia triacanthos seeds from the Americas could present a new source of hydrocolloids for the food industry, says a new study that investigated their functional properties depending on extraction methods.

New temperature device launched for cold storage

25-Mar-2008 - A new data logging device provides regular updates on the temperature of a cold food product when it is in storage or transit, the manufacturer claims.

Europe proposes to test Indian guar gum for dioxins

11-Mar-2008 - The European Commission is proposing to test all guar gum from India for presence of the contaminant PCP as an interim measure to ensure ongoing supply of the thickening agent prior to the Indian authorities implementing tighter controls.

Citrus essential oils could be antimicrobials for food

13-Mar-2008 - Citrus oils - particularly those already used as flavourings - could be an ideal alternative to chemical-based antimicrobials for food applications, says a new paper.

Kosher demand from the west fuels Israel exports

14-Mar-2008 - Israel export values are growing in line with an increasing global demand for kosher food, fuelled by consumer preference for its clear labelling and rigorous requirements.

Grass pea could provide modified starch alternative: study

25-Mar-2008 - Starch from grass pea could be an alternative to chemically modified starch for the food industry, says a new study from Poland that assessed its rheological properties.

Study suggests calories cause addictive brain response

27-Mar-2008 - A new animal study indicates that food calories, not just sweetness, can trigger a positive response in the brain - a breakthrough that could have implications for anti-obesity strategies and the food industry.

Health continues to dominate bakery trends

28-Mar-2008 - The trend for healthy and functional foods will continue to dominate the bakery market this year, resulting in yet still more space for innovation in this area, a new report claims. 

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