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Smart sensors provide better control and less waste

When quality can be measured continuously, food manufacturers can control their processes more tightly, make better use of raw materials and reduce waste. At DigiFoods, researchers are developing smart sensors that can measure critical quality parameters directly in the process lines; from fish and meat to vegetables, dairy products and in bioprocessing.

Blackcurrants are healthy – but food producers can claim very little about it

Blackcurrants are rich in vitamin C, dietary fibre and bioactive phytochemicals. Several studies indicate possible positive impacts on heart health, blood sugar regulation, brain function and physical performance. However, the rules are strict when it comes to what producers are actually allowed to claim about blackcurrants and health.

Turning feed inside out: zinc coating gives triple win

“We should change the way we add the mineral zinc to salmon feed,” says researcher Antony Philip at Nofima. The gains are better uptake and health in the salmon, lower emissions to the environment, and more circular use of sludge.

Rainbow trout store more omega-3 in the fillet than salmon

Research shows that feeding rainbow trout more omega-3 than normal does not improve health, survival or confer other benefits to farmed fish. However, the research documents that rainbow trout store more omega-3 from the feed in the fillet than salmon do.

A sensor installed inside the pipe provides better answers about raw material quality

When fish trimmings flow through the pipes at Biomega, lightmonitors the stream. Two light based measurement methods look directly into the flow of ground residual raw materials and reveal what it contains.

The raw ingredient type shapes how consumers perceive sustainability in food

Scientists have investigated which properties of food products influence how consumers assess sustainability. The results differ between product types.

Breeding programme for Manila clams becomes a reality

Selective breeding is a powerful tool to enhance desirable traits in fish and livestock - a fact well established in the industry. Now Manila clam has its own dedicated breeding programme.

Bread wheat = improved food security in Norway 

Characterization of wheat cultivars will contribute to increased use of Norwegian bread wheat and strengthen food security preparedness.  

Potential for land based red algae

How could Norway produce more food, utilise high nutrient levels in discharge water and create new businesses?

Sensory research captures the distinct character of pumpkins

Sales of edible pumpkins are on the rise, and more varieties are now being cultivated in Norway. With Nofima’s new sensory analyses, producers gain a concrete tool for describing quality and flavour, helping customers choose the pumpkin variety best suited to their needs.