California slams National Uniformity for Food bill
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger this week announced his opposition to legislation that would standardize food safety labeling requirements throughout the US.
Archives for April 20, 2006
Danone cements position as world leader
Number one dairy producer Danone has recorded strong results for the first quarter of 2006, bolstered by a focused leadership and continuing record sales in Asia.
Hershey suffers flat sales
Iconic chocolate and snacks brand Hershey has announced disappointing sales figures, but posted a seven per cent rise in quarterly profit as the company works on product innovation and cost minimisation.
Free trade focus
Why EU banana reform doesn't please everyone
The current consultation on reform of the European banana market is designed to smooth out early teething difficulties of the new regime.
Obesity confirmed as major cause of rising diabetes epidemic
US researchers examining the dramatic rise in people suffering form diabetes have confirmed that obesity is a major factor in the disease. They warn that measures must be taken to prevent obesity in order to halt the growing diabetes epidemic.
Tyson's sales tumble amid meat safety fears
Tyson Foods revealed Wednesday that plummeting demand for beef and chicken has impacted sales, as international BSE, arsenic and avian flu scares dent consumer confidence.
Megatrends drive sales growth for Hügli
Hügli's sales growth indicates an increasing appetite for organic foods, cheaper non-branded products, private label brands and outsourcing services.
Free trade focus
EU blasts US as free trade progress slips out of sight
The EU trade commissioner has today attacked the US as the 'biggest single block' to the successful completion of the Doha round of trade negotiations, casting doubts that a successful conclusion can ever be achieved.
The healthy potential of sheep's milk
Sheep's milk has a higher content of essential vitamins and minerals than cow's milk and could be used to cater to consumers' appetite for healthy products. But presently it seems only small-time producers are sizing up the opportunities.
Less is more, says Coca-Cola's Isdell
Quality not quantity was the catchphrase for Coca-Cola at its first quarter results conference, as the group said it would sacrifice volumes for higher margin beverages to lift profits.
Biodegradable bag quadruples mushroom's shelf life
Biodegradable packaging material made up of paper impregnated with wheat gluten boosts the shelf life of cultivated mushrooms, according to research conducted by scientists in Montpellier, France.