UNDERSTANDING AND AVOIDING UNDESIRABLE CHANGES IN WHEY POWDER

UNDERSTANDING AND AVOIDING UNDESIRABLE CHANGES IN WHEY POWDER

Introduction

Whey powder can remain in excellent condition for at least 24 months, if prepared and stored under optimal conditions.  
However, exposure to a number of adverse conditions during shipment and storage can lead to defects in whey powder - for example colour change, loss of solubility, pH changes etc.

**  Refer to the article attached which can be used as a guide to identify and eliminate defects in whey products, which can lead to shorter shelf life.





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