Cosun saves Nordzucker-Danisco deal
Cosun has agreed to buy part of Danisco Sugar business to satisfy antitrust conditions on the transaction, but Nordzucker and Danisco are today in discussions over the final price.
Archives for February 18, 2009
Sealing system offers better throughput, says UK firm
Convenience and ready meal food manufacturers are set to benefit from the reliability and longevity of a new heat sealing system for aluminium foil trays, claims the manufacturer.
DSM turns record profit ahead of ‘uncertain’ year
“A year of stark contrasts” as DSM board chairman, Feike Sijbesma called it, has seen DSM turn a near €1bn profit but left the Dutch ingredients giant unable to make a forecast for this year as the economic crisis sets in.
Kraft: probiotic cheese is a disappointment
Kraft US has confirmed what many market analysts have been saying for some time – probiotic cheese is not winning over the public.
SAFC adds certified organics to range
SAFC Supply Solutions has launched its first ever certified organic raw materials for use in food flavors, in response to demand from flavor houses.
Researchers develop risk-ranking system for food safety
The Institute of Food Technologists has collaborated with the US Food and Drug Administration to create risk assessment software to rank different foods in terms of their relative safety.
Dispatches from FDF labelling debate
What consumers make of food labels
Recent research has shed new light on how consumers understand food labels - and use them to inform their shopping decisions. But questions still remain over what will make them switch to healthier food choices.
Givaudan flavour sales led by snacks
Givaudan’s sales may have dipped in 2008 but double digit growth in its snacks segment helped to bolster its flavour division.
Sponge-bacteria may yield food-grade pigments, say researchers
Food-grade pigments may be obtained by fermenting bacteria sourced from sponge, according to preliminary studies from India.
Recession pushes date change for first online bakery trade show
Organisers of the baking industry's first online trade show - eBakery-Show International 2009 (www.ebakeryshowinfo.com) - have pushed the date back from 1 April to 1 August in response to the economic climate.