Archives for January 28, 2010

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Wild sells shares, plans global reach and IPO

By Jess Halliday

Rudolf Wild GmbH has sold some shares to asset manager Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co (KKR) in preparation for an eventual public listing, and plans to form a global flavour business with its US affiliate this year.

Special edition: Salt reduction

Salt action varies across Europe

By staff reporter

Salt reduction initiatives are underway in all the EU member states under the EU framework, but public awareness raising and reformulation are patchy.

Study highlights increased sugary drink consumption

By staff reporter

A new study measuring changes in beverage consumption trends in the US concludes that public health measures are needed to address increases in sugar-sweetened beverages, alcohol and juices, and patchy switches to reduced fat milk.

Cost saving gum arabic replacer strong on texture, says TIC Gums

By Jane Byrne

A modification to a fast drying shell coating system for sugar and sugar alcohol syrups used in confectionery coating and hard panning boosts the sensory appeal of the final product, saves on processing costs and time and can replace gum arabic, says TIC...

Sugar vs HFCS: What's in a name?

By Guy Montague-Jones

A consumer group has accused the Sugar Association of playing “confusing word games” in pursuit of a narrow commercial agenda.