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galactic has developed a new powder form of lactic acid for use in bakery products and mixes, which can avoid the need for liquid lactic acid to be added to the dough. lactic acid is used by manufacturers of bakery products to control the acidity of the dough and to act against mould. however most of the lactic acid available to industry is in liquid form, which means it has to be added to the dough and cannot be used in mixes.

galam group has signed an agreement with czech company vuc services to develop new liquid sweetener blends, as part of its strategy to spread its reach into new european markets. the israeli company is pursuing a strategy of extending the reach of its liquid sweetener business in europe. in 2004 it formed a subsidiary in germany called eurosweet, and in october 2007 it bought a 51 per cent share in spanish liquid sweetener and liquid sugar firm atomer.

the continued development of nano-structured iron compounds may allow for innovative fortification of wheat and rice-based foods, suggests new research from switzerland. by using a flame aerosol technology researchers from the swiss federal institute of technology (eth) in zurich report that the resulting nano-structures show high iron solubility and low reactivity in foods, making them promising for food fortification applications.

roquette has announced a tie-up with renewable oil and bioproducts firm solazyme to develop and commercialise microalgae-derived food ingredients from 2011. traditionally known for its focus on carbohydrates such as starch and sugar, roquette has invested heavily in microalgae since 2008 and the start of its ‘algohub’ research programme with 14 research partners, which has developed algae-based extracts such as omega-3, lutein and astaxanthin for food, food supplement and feed markets.

hansen natural, the maker of monster energy, is embarking on a major expansion plan in europe as back home in the us, manufacturers of alcoholic energy drinks protest against a michigan state ban. despite subdued consumer demand in developed markets, hansen natural achieved a 23.9 per cent increase in net sales to $381.5m in the latest quarter and a 15.8 per cent improvement in operating profit.

finnish dairy and ingredients supplier valio is planning to expand the reach of its probiotic juice gefilus as interest in the sector intensifies. gefilus going global? the company confirmed it will soon expand the lactobacillus rhamnosus gg-fortified product beyond the scandinavian markets it has thus far concentrated on. “it’s clear that suddenly there’s a lot going on in this field,” kalle leporanta, export manager at valio dairy innovative concepts and technologies told new nutrition business.

as 2011 approaches, some changes are on the horizon for consumer packaged goods makers. these changes are outlined in mintel\'s new report on cpg predictions for the coming year. the research firm\'s report is compiled annually. it lists 12 big-picture trends, which are as follows: 1. brands will focus on reducing sodium, sugar and high fructose corn syrup in products—much like campbell has been doing with its soups.

coles today announced an extension of its ban on pork raised in sow stalls to include pork products manufactured overseas. the move has been welcomed by australian pork farmers, with the playing field for fresh pork products, processed ham and bacon now levelled between australian producers and their international counterparts. “coles is leading the way by applying its production standards to all its branded processed pork products, regardless of their country of origin,” australian pork limited (apl) ceo, andrew spencer said.

results of an independent investigation launched this weekend have revealed a complex international black market in east atlantic bluefin tuna worth an estimated $4 billion, with many cases of quota violation, widespread underreporting, use of banned spotter planes, catching of undersized fish, and even governmental misreporting coming to light. reporters from the international consortium of investigative journalists (icij) have spent eight months investigating the fishery and trade of the highly prized seafood commodity, which is also classified as an endangered species.

queensland premier anna bligh has announced that queensland will be the first state to partner with jamie oliver’s highly successful ministry of food program, helping queenslanders to prepare healthy meals at home with the support of world-renowned chef jamie oliver.. bligh said a ministry of food cooking centre is to be based in ipswich, while a mobile ministry of food outreach truck will visit queenslanders in other communities and schools to conduct demonstrations and cooking classes.