The rise of whole grain snacks
In the realm of healthy eating, whole grains have gained significant recognition for their nutritional value and contribution to a balanced diet. Health organizations worldwide recommend incorporating whole grains into daily meals due to their numerous health benefits. While whole grains and dietary fiber are often confused, they provide distinct advantages. Whole grains consist of […]
The future of extruded snacks
The snack industry is continuously evolving to cater to the growing demand for healthier and more nutritional alternatives. Nutritional and whole grain extruded snacks are becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to provide a satisfying taste while offering various health benefits. Healthier and plant-based options Consumers are increasingly seeking healthier and plant-based options in […]
Top 3 food production trends in 2021
To say that the past year has been transformative would be an understatement. Our world has shifted an entire 180 degrees changing everything from how we interact to the way we work and eat. No industry has escaped unscathed from the pandemic, including the food production industry. Changes that were precedented to take place over the next few […]
Why advanced manufacturing makes sense…
Advanced manufacturing technologies have become a necessity for manufacturing operations that are cost-sensitive and require waste elimination. Technologies like autonomous robots, Integrated Computational Materials Engineering, and Digital and Additive Manufacturing are revolutionising the manufacturing industry. But to guarantee better control over the production process and ensure efficient production standards, it’s important to understand the […]
Understanding twin-screw extrusion
Extrusion processing is a popular processing technology used in the food industry. It uses a single screw or a set of screws to push food materials through small openings. Within the span of a minute, the food being pushed out is cooked at a high pressure and temperature, and then encased in a barrel. Single […]
The environmental benefits of extrusion
Food extrusion technology has become quite popular around the globe. It is a process in which a number of ingredients are combined together to form a final product packed with nutrients. It’s commonly used in ready-to-eat porridge, cereal, snacks, and pet food. 1. Sustainable When the food is processed and extruded, it gets rid of […]
The nutritional benefits of extruded food
Extrusion is the process where raw material (such as maize meal) is cooked in an extruder at a high pressure and temperature, resulting in a cooked, dry product within seconds. Due to the quick cooking process, the digestibility, nutrient consumption and taste of the product is enhanced. However, the greatest advantage of the extrusion […]
How food extrusion technology can improve developing countries’ economies
As cases of coronavirus are rapidly increasing, it has become difficult for developing economies to survive. It is a struggle for them to lead their primary sector industries while the lockdown restrictions have to be implemented for social distancing. As they are more labor-oriented, it takes a toll on their revenue streams. Without advanced […]
How feed extrusion helps increase efficiency
The ever-increasing global population is directly related to the ever-increasing demand for food production. Food security is a topic that is actively discussed by all international bodies as well as individual states. As a result, food and feed producers are constantly on the lookout for better production methods to reduce costs while increasing […]
Examining the nutritional aspects of food extrusion
Food security is a frequently discussed global issue; from insufficient nutritional intake in first-world countries to malnutrition in underdeveloped states, many factors affect food security. Food extrusion is one process that is popularly used to efficiently manufacture food products that last longer and have added nutritional benefits. Understanding food extrusion: Food extrusion is […]