DSM takes taste-neutral yeast extract to US
Dutch ingredients firm DSM used the recent IFT trade show in Orlando as a platform to launch its new natural-tasting yeast extract ingredient on the US market.
Archives for July 19, 2006
HortResearch develops antioxidant-rich red-fleshed apple
HortResearch has developed an antioxidant-rich red-fleshed apple that promises to lend to a wide variety of applications in functional beverages, as well as novel marketing potential for formulators.
Philippine sugar producers call for boycott on Kraft products
Sugar growers in the Philippines are calling on the public to boycott Kraft's Tang and Kool-Aid brands because the US firm refuses to pay a sugar import tariff on the powdered beverages.
USDA releases supermarket brochure to back up MyPyramid
The US government has released a reader-friendly brochure designed to back up the MyPyramid nutritional guidelines, in the hope that this will allow the guidelines to become accessible to a wider range of consumers.
New products for China's little emperors
Chinese confectionery firms are spotting the opportunities involved in targeting the country's only-children, who are commanding an increasing share of their parent's rising incomes.
Which? report issues red alert for some breakfast cereals
A new Which? report on cereal nutrition, has found many popular breakfast cereals including those for the more health conscious palette to be high in salts, sugars, and fat.
South of France wine brand gets green light
The 'South of France' wine brand, covering thousands of producers in France's biggest wine region, is set to hit supermarkets next year as winemakers look to regroup against the New World onslaught.
Carrefour expands its Romanian empire
Europe's largest retailer Carrefour has announced plans to invest €82m in Romania, following the purchase of key land sites in the country and the recent acquisition of the Hyperlo chain.
Copper better than stainless steel for food safety, scientists say
That copper cooking kettle may provide better protection against foodborne bacteria than a stainless steel one, according to scientists.
Defra to consult on GM coexistence
The department of environment, food and rural affairs (Defra) has released a consultative paper seeking views on coexistence of GM crops alongside ordinary crops.
Food companies target children online
Eight out of the world's top 10 food brands now target children through online marketing, prompting a discussion into current self-regulatory guidelines.
Consumer trend focus
Consumers want 'familiar' new products, says market researcher
Whatever consumers say they are doing when it comes to making food choices, their actual eating habits reveal something very different, according to industry expert Harry Balzer.
Glanbia builds protein business in China
Irish dairy ingredients firm Glanbia is building a presence in the Chinese market with its expertise in heat-stable proteins.