Brand owners concern about own-label copycats
The trend for retailers’ own-label products to emulate established brands on the market is becoming an increasing concern for brand owners, a legal...
Archives for October 11, 2009
Aspirin may have a new anti-thrombotic rival
Functional ingredients firm Provexis has published the results of a new study providing further clinical evidence that its anti-thrombotic food...
Firms tighten up energy, route and batch control
Processors’ desire to control raw material and energy use more tightly is fuelling demand for software and automation designed for this purpose,...
Firms face ‘almighty’ sustainability challenge
The food industry must grapple with producing more food for a growing world population while reducing its environmental impact, according to Andrew...
Trehalose offers novel solution to soggy mash
Adding trehalose to mashed potato could stop shepherd’s pies and other prepared foods from forming pools of water as they defrost, enabling some products currently supplied chilled to be frozen.
Haggis production rockets at Macsween
Scottish haggis manufacturer Macsween has had to increase production by 30%, shifting to a two-site operation at its Dryden Road headquarters in...
Edible films could keep prepared foods fresher
Edible films separating dry and watery components in foods could help extend the shelf-life of prepared foods including cheesecake and pizza without compromising taste or appearance, according to a leading supplier.