Month: December 2017

Affinage In The Mountain – Start-Up Of Gourmino Caves In Reichenbach

December 1, 2017 Gourmino

On June 1, 2017 the 4 military galleries in Reichenbach, Switzerland, were converted into cheese caves for Gourmino’s Affinage and Selection operations. The location is situated in the Bernese Oberland, at the foot of the imposing mountain massif Blüemlisalp. The climate in the heart of the mountain is perfect for cheese ripening. With this new endeavour, Gourmino increases its expertise in the field and provides its competences in selection and affinage also to others. …

Sugar Market Procurement Research – Market Trends And Spend Analysis By SpendEdge

December 1, 2017 SpendEdge

“The global demand for sugar is driven by the rise in its per capita consumption due to factors such as high spending on junk foods and growth in fast food chains across regions,” says SpendEdge procurement analyst A Kowshik. “To cater to the growing demand the supply market is focusing on improving their yield on raw materials by following necessary agricultural practices,” says SpendEdge procurement analyst A Kowshik. …

Why Treating Your Sourdough Culture Like A Pet Pays Off

December 1, 2017 Jack Fletcher, The Press

"When you use commercial yeast, you are just aerating [the dough], so it's just making it into a pillowy sponge, but if you ferment it there is a chemical change that happens to the flour – it's not even the same food." …

US Wheat Farmers Share Their Stories With Consumers On EatWheat.Org

December 1, 2017 Kansas Wheat

In an effort to increase consumer trust in the wheat industry, wheat farmers have created a consumer-minded marketing campaign to increase awareness of farming and production practices and practical benefits of wheat. …

Boston’s City Council Approves Ban On Plastic Shopping Bags

December 1, 2017 Associated Press

The Boston City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to ban single-use plastic shopping bags throughout the city. …