Archives for March 7, 2007

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Tstix technology takes on the teabag empire

By  Chris Mercer

A new infusion technique that allows one product to do the job of both teabag and teaspoon has grabbed interest from major companies and is looking to usurp the teabag's stranglehold on the hot beverage market.

Breakthrough technology

Probiotic encapsulation: Body armour for the bugs

By  Stephen Daniells

From double coating with soy peptides, to protection with whey proteins, encapsulation of sensitive gut-friendly bacteria is breaking new ground for probiotic food applications.

Tate & Lyle ANZ expands regional presence

By  Anthony Fletcher

Tate & Lyle's new Australasian subsidiary is set to assume responsibility from Danisco for the distribution of Krystar crystalline fructose in the region.

Strong trading for Premier as it gears up for RHM takeover

By  Catherine Boal

UK food processor Premier Foods remains undaunted by last year's rising raw material costs and unseasonably warm summer weather - posting a 12 per cent rise in pre-tax profits in its preliminary results announced yesterday.

Breakthrough technology

Baking breakthrough improves product quality

By  Catherine Boal

Bakers could soon be benefiting from new technology developed to ensure high standards of product quality and appearance are met while maximising efficiency, cutting costs and reducing waste.