News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
EU agriculture minister Mariann Fischer Boal is willing to consider a transition period for the adoption of EU fruit and vegetable reforms, according to reports, which would act as a cushion for the processing sector.
Tate & Lyle has signed an agreement to acquire an 80 per cent holding in German family-run specialty ingredients firm GC Hahn - the latest step in a refocusing on value-added ingredients in place of commodities.
US based cocoa producer Cargill has developed a new method of processing cocoa which allows for reduced fat content and greater dispersibility in cocoa powder.
Injecting meatballs with collagen may boost the retention of key nutrients in the meat, suggests new research from Poland.
The US Hispanic population forms a core consumer base for drinks giant Cadbury Schweppes, which is confident this segment will drive growth amidst a general environment of declining soft drinks sales.
Enzyme firms Danisco and Novozymes have settled a patent dispute, resulting in Novozymes receiving over $15m.
NutraCea has entered into an agreement with Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) for the production of its stabilized rice bran - a significant accomplishment for the young company as it brings its nutritious ingredient to the mainstream market.