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30-Sep-2008

Givaudan on-board with natural meat flavours

The trend towards meat flavours that taste as closely as possible to specific cuts is gaining pace, as Givaudan launches a range of chicken, beef and pork flavours.

26-Sep-2008

Farmed meat main source of campylobacteriosis: study

A new study has found that nearly all of the campylobacteriosis cases in the patients evaluated were caused by bacteria in animals farmed for meat, in particular chicken and cattle.

25-Sep-2008

Processors could gain from meat freshness indicator

A sensor that changes colour to indicate meat spoilage could prevent serious illness and food waste, say the US scientists involved in the project.

24-Sep-2008

IFF studies chicken stock users in their natural habitat

Consumers are not aware that they could be enjoying more authentic chicken flavours and more intense flavour profiles than in many market products, according to a consumer and sensory specialist.

Dried plums offer natural antioxidants for beef: Study

Antioxidant-rich dried plums may be a natural alternative to synthetic preservatives for boneless beef roasts, suggests research from the Americas.

23-Sep-2008

Nano review calls for adequate regulatory controls

A new report aims to ensure consumers’ safety is protected in relation to developments in nanotechnology targeted at food and food packaging.

Beneo-Orafti in meat-branding prebiotic first

World-leading inulin and oligofructose supplier, Beneo-Orafti, has engaged in co-branding in meat products for the first time with its prebiotic ingredients.

22-Sep-2008

Weekly comment

Consumers fear the packaging - a BPA alternative is needed now

“I have a bad feeling about this.” Luke Skywalker’s warning in the movie blockbuster Star Wars could equally be applied to consumers’ concerns about Bisphenol A (BPA).

Temperature transmitter allows process control, says Baumer

A new temperature transmitter enables food and drink production facilities to monitor all process variables including temperature points throughout the plant, claims its developer.

12-Sep-2008

Suppliers and manufacturers seek to manage seaweed shortage

A shortage of seaweed from Asia Pacific is having a serious affect on supply and pricing in the hydrocolloids market, and may ultimately prompt some users to reconsider formulations or seek new assurances from their suppliers.

11-Sep-2008

Annatto may replace nitrites in cured meats, study

Nitrites, much maligned additives in cured meats, may be replaced by the red-orange-yellow natural colourant annatto, according to new research from Iran.

10-Sep-2008

USDA may allow beef carcass irradiation as 'processing aid'

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) said a petition it has received from a meat industry group calling for the use of low-penetration and low-dose electron beam irradiation to kill bacteria such as E. coli on beef carcass surfaces has merit.

Cleaning procedures should be customised to meat product: study

Meat factories may need to modify their cleaning and disinfecting procedures according to the type of meat product being processed to prevent food poisoning outbreaks, claims a new UK study.

08-Sep-2008

Industry can help climate by reducing meat in products

As a UN expert urges a reduction in meat consumption to help tackle climate change, food manufacturers can help by using less meat in products and ensuring what meat they do use is reared with higher welfare standards.

05-Sep-2008

Survey finds food groups pledging to keep out clones

While European and US risk assessors play down safety concerns over using food sourced from cloned animals, the fledgling industry appears set for tougher times in convincing manufacturers, according to a new survey.

04-Sep-2008

Sedge extracts may be natural additives for food

Extracts from sedge plants (Carex distachya) are rich in antioxidants and could offer industry an alternative to synthetic additives, says new research from Italy.

Campbell Soup's new labels give wordy ingredients footnotes

Campbell Soup has launched a new product range to appeal to more label-conscious consumers by spelling out on the tin ingredients that may be unfamiliar.

03-Sep-2008

High protein breakfast could aid weight loss

Eating more protein in the morning helps create the feeling of being full throughout the day and could help dieters lose weight, according to a new study.

01-Sep-2008

Green challenge to new pesticide residue rules

Green organisations have instigated legal action over the new maximum legal limits on the level of pesticides allowed in food items sold in the European Union.

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