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Food testing processes that once took days are now completed to international standards in minutes. In-house food testing labs with high-tech food testing equipment are now an essential part of the food production process. After all, food contamination can result in costly recalls and destroy overnight reputations that took years to develop.
US consumers who choose to avoid orange juice because of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Carbendazim fungicide residue scare might actually consume more of it by switching to other juices, such as apple or grape juice, according to former FDA Regulatory counsel, Benjamin England. Continue →
SGS NZ has been searching for technologies to help food industry manufacturers, especially those in the FMCG markets, to release products earlier with confidence – while keeping costs minimal. Continue →
Carbohydrate chemists from crown research institute Industrial Research Ltd (IRL) have uncovered the secrets behind the cell wall of Zespri’s patented variety of gold kiwifruit, opening the door to new understandings about the fruit’s digestive benefits. Continue →
By Grant Bennett, Janette Busch and Malik Hussain
Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Lincoln University
The use of probiotics as feed supplements is becoming an increasingly popular way to improve the health and productivity of livestock. Continue →
New Zealand’s commercial fruit and vegetable growers are concerned we’ve welcomed a variety of new pests into the country, along with rugby fans. Continue →