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September 09th 2018 A new non-transgenic technology to produce cassava. Using the famous CRISPR-Cas9 gene scissors, plant biotechnologists at ETH Zurich have been able to improve cassava. The new variety has amylose-free or ‘waxy’ starch, which is preferred for applications. … Continue reading →

September 06th 2018 Sharp rise in wheat prices as dry weather scales back output prospects. The FAO Food Price Index remained stable in August, as cereal prices rebounded while vegetable oils and sugar declined. The monthly index, released today, averaged … Continue reading →

September 06th 2018 European drought: Potato starch supplier Emsland warns of “dramatic” cost increase to raw materials. The European potato harvest will be at a historically low level this year and present a massive challenge for growers, processors and their … Continue reading →

August 20th 2018 Could tapioca rival ‘pervasive dominance’ of corn and potato starch? Global demand for products made with tapioca starch is set to rise, supported by increased interest in products that deliver health benefits and are free from gluten … Continue reading →

August 08th 2018 European drought: solutions required as wheat, maize and barley crops have significant damage. The drought in many regions of the European Union and Eastern Europe has caused significant damage to wheat, maize and barley crops. Weather conditions … Continue reading →

July 24th 2018 ADM to add new line of specialty tapioca starches. ADM has introduced a new line of specialty tapioca starches and tapioca maltodextrin ingredients in partnership with Vedan International Limited. Long-established in Asia, Vedan is a premier manufacturer … Continue reading →

July 19th 2018 Ingredion expands processed cheese ingredient offerings with new potato starches. Ingredion has added three functional potato starches to its processed cheese ingredient portfolio, giving manufacturers greater functionality and choice. CheeseApp 50, 70 and 80 enable recipe cost … Continue reading →

July 02nd 2018 ADM and Aston Foods Announce Completion of Sweeteners and Starches Joint Venture in Russia. New jointly-owned business will serve growing Russian food and beverage industry. Archer Daniels Midland Company and Russia-based Aston Foods and Food Ingredients have … Continue reading →

June 20th 2018 3rd Starch World events in United Arab Emirates and France scheduled for fall 2018. 3rd Starch World Middle East 18-19 Sep, 2018 – Dubai, U A E Key Highlights: • Trade dynamics for starch and sweeteners in … Continue reading →

June 14th 2018 Ingredion launches NOVATION PRIMA 309 and 609 organic functional native starches. Product developers now can achieve organic positioning in food systems that require harsh processing conditions and cold temperature stability. Ingredion Incorporated, an innovative global provider of … Continue reading →