Breadmaking can be considered as one of the oldest food processing methods, dating back to Ancient Egypt (1300-1500) before the Common Era (CE). The breadmaking process essentially aims to convert wheat flour and other ingredients into an aerated, light, and palatable food product, explains Dewald Botha, scientist: innovation & formulation and Alister Sutton, executive innovation bakery, Synercore. Read […]
Are you curious about the recent blows dealt to the processed meat sector? Brace yourself for an eye-opening article that explores the impact of stricter sodium reduction regulations, reduced meat content under the APS Act, and the challenges posed by load shedding. This insightful read uncovers the repercussions and sheds light on the complex dynamics […]
Norfund invests in food ingredient producer Synercore to finance the company’s expansion, creating highly skilled jobs and promoting import substitution in South Africa. Norfund, the Norwegian Investment Fund for developing countries, is investing ZAR 80 million in convertible debt in Synercore Holdings, a South African food ingredient manufacturer, formulator, and distributor to fast-moving consumer goods […]
Read more about our customised bakery solutions when developing new products in the latest issue of SA Food Review: https://b2bcentral.co.za/issues/2022/frv/september/
The Baking Ingredient Division of African Food Industries (AFI) supplies functional food ingredients to the milling and baking industries within Sub-Saharan Africa. With a combined experience of over 135 years within the industry, this AFI team’s skill set stretches from industrial bakery optimisation to artisanal craft demonstrations. Download PDF here