Kerry acquires SuCrest, gains sweet expertise
Kerry Group’s acquisition of sweet ingredients provider SuCrest will extend its technology and expertise in that arena, said the global flavour and ingredients powerhouse.
Archives for September 11, 2011
Food makers beginning to pass on commodity costs, says Purdue economist
Food manufacturers are beginning to pass on rising commodity costs to consumers, meaning higher grocery prices for the rest of this year and into 2012, according to a Purdue University agricultural economist.
Sara Lee seeks new boss for North American business
Sara Lee is seeking a new boss for its North American business following the resignation of North America chief executive CJ Fraleigh.
Fat reduction does not affect food liking in children, suggests research
Manipulating the amount of fat in children’s foods could help to reduce energy consumption without reducing taste preferences or liking, according to new research.
French botulism alert raised in US, Cargill recalls more ground turkey
The international alert over botulism-contaminated food from France spread to the US over the weekend as federal authorities warned consumers not to eat tapenade made by the company La Ruche.
Disappointing year for ABF ingredients, note analysts
Analysts estimate that the ingredients division of Associated British Foods (ABF) is likely to have a tough second half in line with the “lacklustre” operating performance in the first six months.
Global partnership unlocks secrets of deadly E.coli 0104 bacteria
Scientists from across the globe have together uncovered vital insights into the E.coli strain in Germany earlier this year that will help combat the deadly bacteria.
Chinese company targets non-GM markets
A Chinese food company is betting on a new processing method for non-GM soybeans, to break into new markets in Asia and Europe.
Indian food losses open doors for cold chain consultancies
A lack of an appropriate cold chain infrastructure and increasing food losses in India has opened the doors for Ingersoll Rand India Ltd to begin offering cold chain consultancy services in the country, the company said last week.
‘Sweets for my sweet’ costly for Bulgarian confectioners
EU-wide sugar shortages have led to particular problems for confectioners in Bulgaria, according to recent comments from a trade body in that country.
US research agreement probes ‘next generation’ dairy ingredients
Cornell University and the Dairy Research Institute have agreed a dairy research partnership with the Northeast Dairy Foods Research Center to help "strengthen the US dairy industry and dairy innovation pipeline".
Maternal omega-3 intake may influence childhood allergy
Omega-3 fatty acids may aid the development of the infant gut and improve how gut immune cells respond to bacteria and foreign substances, making the baby less likely to suffer from allergies in the long term, according to new research in pigs.
Online shopping made smarter
Online shopping company yihaodian.com has launched a collection of virtual supermarkets for mobile users throughout Shanghai’s metro system, with researchers claiming the development could offer NPD potential for food and drink brand owners.
UK targets Campylobacter control with £4m research projects
The UK has earmarked £4m (€4.6m) for 12 research projects to tackle Campylobacter in a bid to slash the 300,000 cases of food poisoning and millions of lost working days every year caused by the organism.
Chilling lessons; new websites to bridge the skill gap
Today, the Chilled Food Association (CFA) is launching two new websites that it hopes will bridge the UK food industry’s skills gap.
Legal firm launches probe as Ralcorp rebuffs ConAgra’s advances
A legal firm specializing in shareholder litigation has launched an investigation to determine whether Ralcorp has acted in its shareholders’ best interests by rejecting a recent $94 a share cash offer from ConAgra.
Red Bull accuses Canadian rival of trademark infringement
Energy drinks giant Red Bull has accused Canadian firm Bullseye Beverages Ltd of infringing Red Bull trademarks and misleading consumers with its Bullseye Energy Drink.
PepsiCo agrees to sell stake in $548m Thai soft drinks firm
PepsiCo has agreed to sell its majority 41.5 per cent stake in Thai soft drinks and bottling firm Serm Suk (SSC), after ThaiBev (THBEV) announced plans to acquire the latter for $548m last week.
China inspects moon cakes, finds 96 per cent safe
Food safety in China saw another big push with food inspectors combing down food units that are selling moon cakes, a food product that is in great demand during the mid-autumn festival.
DSM releases new dahi culture range for India
DSM is extending its Delvo Fresh dairy culture line with the launch of a dahi culture range, developed to meet local consumer preferences in India, says the company.
Singapore's Olam buys into India's Hemarus
Olam International, a Singapore-based supplier of agri and food commodities, is acquiring India-based Hemarus Industries for US$73.8m.