Author Archives: ron2017

September o1st 2022 LG Chem and ADM to build two bioplastic facilities in Decatur, Illinois (USA). LG Chem Ltd., the largest Korean chemical firm, has reportedly announced a partnership with the US-based food processing organization Archer Daniels Midland Co. (ADM) … Continue reading →

August 31st 2022 Drug release could be tailored by adapting the type of starch used and the tablet shape, highlighting the promise of 3D printing for future personalised drug delivery applications. Researchers from UPV/EHU-University of the Basque Country, Spain, have … Continue reading →

August 21st 2022 Perfect decomposition: This Goa startup’s alternative to plastic wrappers is made of corn starch. A small shampoo sachet is, by definition, a single-use plastic. Usually torn and used within a month of its purchase, it is quickly … Continue reading →

July 27th 2022 Want to combine two fluids? Researchers have developed a path to optimize the stirrer form and velocity to provide the perfect end result. Understanding how fluids combine is vital for purposes starting from the mixing of meals … Continue reading →

July 29th 2022 Diet with resistant starch reduces cancer risk in Lynch syndrome. A trial spanning more than 20 years and almost 1,000 participants worldwide has found an important result – people with a condition that gives them a higher … Continue reading →

July 18th 2022 GPC unveils Fybrin: High-fiber resistant starch with vast reformulation capabilities. Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) has introduced Fybrin, a corn-based resistant starch, low on calories, that can be used in formulations to achieve high fiber claims. Fybrin can … Continue reading →

July 12th 2022 Pea starch helps Lamb Weston reduce supply chain snags, trim food waste. Alternative ingredient usage has helped food and beverage companies maintain production levels in a time of frequent supply shocks. The global supply of wheat, which … Continue reading →

June 24th 2022 Starch-based fibers enhance protection and reduce spoilage. Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic … Continue reading →

June 24th 2022 Meade Farm showcases new starch-friendly potato varieties to World Potato Congress delegates. Viewing new starch-friendly potato varieties and learning more about the Meade Farm starch operation were top of the agenda for the recent visit of World … Continue reading →

June 22nd 2022 5th EU Starch Value Chain, 27-28 Sep, 2022 – Rotterdam, The Netherlands. At this conference following topics are being presented (with named presenter, position and company name): EU starch industry outlook for 2023 – Staying resilient and … Continue reading →