Cold pasteurisation gains in popularity
High Pressure Processing (HPP), the technique for cold pasteurisation using pressure to sterilise, is becoming more popular with both food and drink manufacturers and consumers, according to industry experts.
Archives for December 19, 2011
‘Victory’ claimed for UK fishing but Scots ‘frustrated’
The British government has claimed “victory” for the UK fishing industry after the annual Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) negotiations ended last week. But the Scottish government voiced “huge frustration”.
Food firms to begin new salt reduction project
Food and drink manufacturers are stepping up their efforts to reduce the amount of salt used in food production as part of a new project with Leatherhead Food Research.
Meat and dairy consumption to soar, predicts FAO
Meat consumption is predicted to rise by nearly 73% and demand for dairy products by 58% in the years up to 2050, according to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
Food manufacturers deny targeting children online
UK food manufacturers have rejected claims made by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) that the industry is “preying on children and targeting them with [online] fun and games.”
United Biscuits silent on split rumours
Snacks giant United Biscuits has refused to comment on continuing rumours of a split at the firm which could lead to a possible sale of its snack and biscuit divisions.