All articles by jim findlay

Z Trim unveils healthy gum emulsifer

Z Trim’s new emulsifier is claimed to deliver important health benefits as well as “outstanding” microencapsulation properties. Biofiber Gum (BFG) is a soluble dietary fibre additive with potential uses in the food, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals industries.

International food prices drop for fourth month

Global food prices have decreased for the fourth month in a row, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).
July’s FAO Price Index, which is based on the prices of a basket of internationally-traded food commodities, reflected a steep drop in the cost of maize, wheat and certain oilseeds to maintain the downward trend that has been in evidence since the spring.

Sugar supply to balance demand in 2015

The world will only produce only as much sugar as it requires over the year ahead. A combination of lower yields from top-producing countries such as Brazil and increased global demand will result in near-equilibrium for supply and demand at just over 180million tonnes each.

Big future for small fruit

Too much salt in salads, says survey

Three quarters of bought salads contain more salt than a packet of crisps. This was one of the findings of a survey conducted by Consensus Action on Salt & Health (CASH) on 650 ready-to-eat salads from restaurants, cafes and supermarkets.