The results of a study highlight the influence of the type of sweetener on the quality characteristics of fig jam, identifying cane sugar as the best option for optimising both the nutritional value and the chemical quality and sensory properties of the product
The findings of the European CLARUS project, coordinated by the Politecnico di Milano, show a reduction in emissions of up to 9.5% and an improvement in water efficiency of over 21%, thanks to the ‘combination’ of integrated data, sustainability indicators and artificial intelligence
We often hear about food innovation, but how much does tradition matter when Italians are making purchasing decisions? The answer comes from the latest edition of GS1 Italy’s Osservatorio Immagino, which has devoted its in-depth report to food products whose labels highlight respect for tradition in their formulation, artisanal production methods and a guarantee of comprehensive quality controls
A study presents compelling arguments in favour of the widespread implementation of artificial intelligence and optical character recognition technologies to improve product safety and boost consumer confidence
From sustainability requirements for packaging to recent regulations on drinking water, compliance with EU regulations requires a sound strategic vision, specialist expertise and a systematic methodological approach. In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, compliance has a direct impact on business, reputation and business continuity
There is a distinctly Italian approach to the consumption of alcoholic beverages – a style that is distinctive and recognisable compared to other countries, particularly in Europe. This is the finding of the first study on the subject, commissioned by Federvini and conducted by the Department of Communication and Social Research at La Sapienza University…
According to a recent study, high-performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection can be used to develop new chocolate products with functional properties
The authors of a recent study argue that the use of grape marc in gluten-free pasta represents a sustainable and effective strategy to improve the nutritional quality of the product and promote circular economy practices
Sales abroad reward the quality of Made in Italy products, with an increase in the average unit value.
Bottled wine accounts for almost three-quarters of the value of exports and over 60% of the volume sold on foreign markets
The results of a study open a new path to overcome the limitations related to plasticizers currently in use and obtain fully sustainable materials for food packaging
Cantine Settesoli’s modern bottling plant in Menfi, where automation and quality control ensure consistent, traceable wines for international markets
To measure the absorption of aromatic compounds by packaging, Hosono and colleagues propose the Purge & Trap (P&T), an alternative based on the use of an inert gas, which conveys the volatiles onto a trap, from which they are analyzed without solvents