Dairy science
A new UHT
Elena Kohler, student award winner of the Bioeconomy award in Stuttgart, is working on combining the advantages of UHT milk and fresh milk through a new production process
NZMP granted European patent for cognitive development claims in infant nutrition
The European patent allows NZMP customers using SureStart MFGM Lipids ingredients the ability to position products for cognitive development.
US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee confirms dairy’s place in diet
Members of the US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) have confirmed that dairy products should maintain a central, important role in federal nutrition recommendations for people beginning at a very early age, the IDFA reports.
Arla launches new whey ingredient that slows age-related muscle decline
Arla Foods Ingredients’ new whey protein ingredient reportedly offers highly accessible content of branched-chain amino acids and essential amino acids such as leucine, which are important for muscle synthesis in seniors.
DSM launches new cultures to boost yield in mozzarella production
Capable of achieving a higher moisture content in mozzarella, DSM’s new DelvoCheese CP-500 cultures range increases yield by up to 1.3%.
ADSA elects new vice president and board members
The American Dairy Science Association (ADSA), the international organisation of educators, scientists, and industry representatives committed to advancing the dairy industry, recently elected new leaders for the organisation’s 2020–2021 term that begins in late June.
Reference materials released for consistency in milk somatic cell counting
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) has announced the launch of the first certified reference materials for somatic cell counting in milk, an integral part in a joint project to establish an international reference system.
Chr Hansen launches US science-based online platform on probiotics
Chr Hansen Inc is launching The Probiotics Institute – a new online platform providing information on probiotics and the human microbiome to US healthcare professionals and the general public.
Vitafoods hosts ‘Digital Week’ in May 2020
Vitafoods has announced it will be hosting a Digital Week dedicated to supporting and inspiring the nutraceutical industry. The five-day virtual event will take place from 11-15 May 2020.
EDA uses postponement of Farm-to-Fork strategy to highlight dairy’s crucial role in Europe
On 25 March 2020, the original planned date of publication of the European Commission’s Farm- to-Fork Strategy, the European Dairy Association (EDA) released a statement to highlight once more its important role in healthy diets for individuals, as well as for food security for Europe and globally, in ‘normal’ times as much as in this time of crisis.
Business & trade, Dairy processing, Dairy science, End products, Sustainability
Nordic Dairy Congress offers early bird discount
The Nordic Dairy Congress, which is running from 27-29 May 2020 in Malmö, Sweden, is offering an early bird reduction in registration price until 15 March.
Business & trade, Dairy processing, Dairy science, End products, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
New position paper identifies probiotic strains with efficacy for preterm babies
A new position paper by the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) has recommended the probiotic strains included in Chr. Hansen’s probiotic blend for pre-term babies.
DSM to acquire Glycom to accelerate growth in Early Life Nutrition
With the acquisition of Glycom, DSM adds HMOs to its portfolio, a novel high-growth ingredient for next generation early life nutrition solutions.
Nordic Dairy Congress programme announced
The Nordic Dairy Congress 2020 will be held 27-29 May at Hotel Clarion Malmö Live in Sweden, with the theme, “Dairy Opportunities of Tomorrow.”