Belgian sorting machine specialist Tomra Foods has revealed first details about their new research orchard in Waikato/New Zealand. Scientific research into the causes and effects of growing conditions on fruit will make sorting and grading even more effective. The Research Orchard occupies a 2.5-hectare (6.2-acre) plot next to the company’s 5,100-square-meter Field Research Centre, which…

From September 26th  to 28th, 2023, the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV will be attending the trade fair in hall 10, booth D28, and showcasing two pioneering technology solutions, which address the cross-industry challenges posed by stricter energy efficiency and climate protection targets, increasing cleanliness requirements and the shortage of skilled workers.…

By emulating the UK’s salt reduction program, Public Health England’s (PHE) “Sugar Reduction: Achieving the 20%” strategy is a step in the right direction to improve the health of UK consumers, according to research and consulting firm GlobalData. The company’s report indicates that campaigners need to embrace a holistic program to reduce sugar consumption in…

Scientists of the North Carolina State University have found out that by adding peanut skin to milk chocolate it will improve it´s nutritional benefits to the level of dark chocolate without affecting it´s taste. The scientists used a peanut skin extract to gain an even better level of antioxidants in milk chocolate compared to dark…