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Food testing: Beyond the lab

Scientists Anishka le Roux and Dr. Timo Tait of Innovative Research Solutions highlight that food analysis involves complex and rigorous processes - far more intricate than the simplified portrayals often seen on television.

01 Apr 2025
Technical Article

South Africa's dairy excellence

Graham Sutherland, Synercore's culture specialist and chief judge of the 2024 South African Dairy Championships, shares a personal perspective on South Africa's thriving dairy sector.

01 Sep 2024
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The future of purpose driven drinks

Dr. Hanneli van der Merwe and Dr. Stefan Hayward of Synercore dive deep into the future of purpose-driven drinks, exploring functional beverage innovation and the growing demand for health-forward formulations.

01 Aug 2024
Technical Article

Baking powder 101: Rising to the occasion

Karla Pretorius-Verneel, Synercore's senior R&D technologist in baking, unpacks the world of baking powder - a key ingredient for achieving those light and fluffy baked goods.

01 May 2024
Technical Article

Circular economy - a round peg in a square hole

Dr. Stefan Hayward and Mr. Dewald Botha argue that forming collaborative partnerships and embracing more intricate systems would not only enhance business efficiency but contribute significantly to global sustainability initiatives.

01 Apr 2024
Technical Article

Soya - King of the crop!

Anneri Carinus writes about Impilo's commitment to quality, sustainability, and consumer preferences - pioneering innovation and growth in the soya industry across Africa.

01 Mar 2024

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We didn't set out to be the biggest. We set out to be essential.

- Dr. Tertius Cilliers, Synercore CEO