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Manure a costly option for dairy’s uncertain green future

Manure and other waste products like leftover whey are heralding a new era for powering cheese production at one US dairy, however the jury is out on the cost and practical feasibility for wider rollouts across Europe.

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‘Fair Trade’ milk soon a euro reality, says farmers’ group

A ‘Fair Trade’-style certification for European milk prices, designed to cover farmer cost, will soon making its way across EU member states, according to a leading farmers association.

EFSA publishes list of functional article 13 health claims

EFSA has published the list of functional health claims it has received from the Commission to be assessed under article 13 of the new health claims regulation; while the publication has been cautiously welcomed by industry, doubts remain about meeting the January 2010 deadline.

New test for yeast, moulds is sensitive and fast, says firm

A new testing method for the enumeration of yeast and mould counts in food products provides extremely accurate results within a quick turnaround time, claims bioMérieux.

Fibre-rich ice-cream gets formulation boost: Study

Dietary fibres may control crystallisation and recrystallisation in ice creams, and offer new formulation possibilities for formulators, according to new research from Greece.

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GLG extends high purity sweetener production line from FoodNavigatorUSA

GLG Life Tech has upgraded its stevia processing line at its plant in China to boost its output of rebiana that is of a higher purity, which associated with a better taste profile.

Nestle should resist the temptation to acquire L'Oreal, says report from CosmeticsDesignEurope

Nestle can’t, shouldn’t and probably won’t mount a takeover bid for L’Oreal, according to a new report from Bernstein Research.

Bakery equipment goes under the virtual hammer from BakeryAndSnacks

The entire complement of bakery machinery from St Helens-based Pimblett’s bakery in the UK is due to be auctioned online after the company went out of business last month – a tool that the auctioneers say is becoming increasingly common.

Heart study to keep pressure on salt reduction targets: Study from FoodNavigator

As food formulators continue to reformulate for lower salt foods, a Harvard-led study adds further support for cutting sodium and boosting potassium intakes.

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05-Jan-2009

Falling pound value may aid UK-Euro dairy woes

British dairy groups are proving to be particularly sensitive to...

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