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Energy drinks boost functional beverage category

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Energy drinks are becoming more popular in the United States as younger consumers move into their prime consumption years – and energy drinks continue to deliver a distinctive benefit, says a new report from Packaged Facts.

New icing shortening for 25% less sat fat

By Helen Glaberson

A new non-hydrogenated icing shortening product for bakery goods contains 25 per cent less saturated fat than high palm content alternatives, claims manufacturer Richardson Oilseed Limited.

Big interview: Bryan Scherer, R&D director, Penford Food Ingredients

Penford launches bid to extend shelf-life in gluten-free bakery

By Elaine Watson

New technologies that slow down the retrogradation or staling of starches could be key to extending the shelf-life of gluten-free products, according to specialty starch expert Penford Food Ingredients.

Elliott may block Danisco deal as deadline looms

By Jess Halliday

Elliott International has increased its Danisco shareholding to 10.01 per cent and has not yet given any indication of tender plans, despite the Friday deadline for 80 per cent of shares to be tendered in order for the deal to go through.