Freezing breakthrough makes better tasting food possible
A scientific breakthrough from freezing specialist Asymptote has been granted a European patent, opening the door to the multi-billion pound frozen food market, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Archives for September 22, 2004
Czech brewer upgrades to meet export demands
Plzenský Prazdroj, the leading Czech brewer, has completed the first stages of an upgrade to its Plzen brewery as part of aims to boost the production of its Pilsner Urquell beer to export markets.
Mars extends branding into 'healthy' drinks sector
US chocolate maker Mars has licensed a number of its confectionery brands to compatriot Bravo! Foods, which will roll them out as vitamin-enhanced milk drinks targeting the growing market for healthy and indulgent products.
Scientists uncover secrets of mixing ingredients
Engineers from the US have demonstrated that stirring a mix of granular ingredients faster or longer in food manufacturing won't always give you a smooth blend, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Bankruptcy for remaining Polmos?
The Polish government's plans to sell off the last eight remaining Polmos businesses look ill-fated, as industry experts predict that the weakness of the remaining brands and market saturation means that bankruptcy is a likelier outcome.
New science to drive whey fractions market
More science is needed to encourage food and drink makers to invest in new formulations using third generation whey products, finds a new report that suggests more clinical trials and documentation could overcome this barrier to growth, reports...