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DAIRY FARMING

CHR. HANSEN LAUNCHES THE NEXT GENERATION

OF FRESHQ® FOOD CULTURES FOR FERMENTATION-

ENABLED BIOPROTECTION OF DAIRY PRODUCTS

specifically developed to unlock the elaborates Thoeysen. “Our new gen-
benefits of bioprotection for produc- eration of FreshQ® cultures has been
ers who may experience challenged selected to enable resilient, consistent
cold chains, long fermentation, and outcomes without undesirable impacts
in-process holding times. The spe- on taste and texture — resulting in op-
cial food cultures can be applied to a timized shelf life, improved sustaina-
broad range of fermented dairy prod- bility throughout the value chain, and
The new range is a game changer ucts, such as yogurt, white cheese and superior freshness that our customers
in terms of low impact on post acidifi- tvorog. and their consumers can count on.”
cation, which allows a wider segment This new generation of FreshQ®
of dairy producers, retailers and con- enables the dairy industry to level up Shaping a more resilient
sumers to benefit even more from the by offering producers the following industry for a more
fermentation technology benefits:
It has been nearly a decade since • Less post-acidification impact at ac- sustainable world
global bioscience leader Chr. Hansen celerated temperatures during distri- “At Chr. Hansen, we are committed to
launched its first generation of FreshQ®, bution, or in circumstances involving shaping a more resilient industry that
which is a range of food cultures that long holding times or slow cooling can, in turn, shape a more sustainable
improves the bioprotective effects of world,” states Thoeysen. “We believe
fermentation in dairy. In this process, • Improved sensory fit compared to that succeeding in this area means ho-
the cultures and fermentation help keep other food cultures with bioprotective listically reexamining how the global
food fresh by outcompeting yeast and effects community consumes food and innovat-
mold spoilage for the space and nutri- • The same best-in-class bioprotec- ing with long-term outcomes in mind.
ents they require to grow. “We utilize tive performance producers expect We aim to contribute to lasting resil-
traditional fermentation principles to from the FreshQ® range ience at the individual and communi-
help improve quality and shelf life and “For customers looking to trim food ty levels by supporting the creation of
reduce waste,” says Peter Thoeysen, waste and produce the best possible dairy options that support sustainable
Chr. Hansen’s director of Bioprotection. products under challenging produc- lifestyles without the need of adding
Now, the company is launching the tion and distribution circumstances, artificial ingredients. This way, consum-
next generation of FreshQ® cultures, this new launch is a game changer,” ers can feel great about their decisions
as they enjoy the tasty foods they love.”
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GEA LAUNCHES LATEST HIGH-CAPACITY SKIN

THERMOFORMING TECHNOLOGY

GEA has launched the latest version station. This avoids tapering of the film, SKIN packaging is becoming in-
of its SKIN thermoforming packaging makes the top film easier to form so creasingly popular as the packaging
technology: PowerPak SKIN.50. This prevents wrinkles and improves the of choice for many fresh and premi-
provides processors of sliced prod- overall appearance of the package, and um-grade foods. The versatile process
ucts, meat cut, sausages, fish, hard ensures the correct alignment during wraps all products perfectly on a sec-
cheese, and high-end products such the sealing process. ond skin, even those with sharp edges
as top-quality seafood, with high-ca- The modular design of the GEA Pow- and irregular shapes. It eliminates air,
pacity packing of products of up to erPak.50 SKIN thermoforming packag- preventing oxidation and maintaining
100mm high that protrude up to 50mm ing system allows a choice of feeding, the product’s original color and flavor;
above the level of the packing tray. labeling, and end of the line equipment gives excellent shelf life; keeps juices
The PowerPak SKIN.50 can also per- to match perfectly any food producer’s and marinades within the package; pro-
form vacuum and MAP packaging on demands, according to the company. vides a clear view of the entire product;
the same machine. The system can also be adapted to minimizes packaging waste by using
This thermoforming packaging provide vacuum and MAP (Modified thin films and recyclable paperboard
machine brings together the highest Atmosphere Packaging) adding to its webs; and provides an excellent price/
production capacity currently avail- ‘all round’ performance and flexibility. performance ratio.
able and excellent packing quality Circle 26 on enquiry card
with the minimum of wrinkles in the
finished package. GEA has achieved
high capacity through innovative en-
gineering that gives an index length
up to 600mm, up to eight tracks, and
four rows of product. Quality enhance-
ments have been achieved by using a
new top film guiding and pre-heating
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