Weakened food industry hopes for better in 2012
Food industry experts have expressed concern about “worryingly weak” consumer sales in the run-up to Christmas – but say pressure may ease as the New Year unfolds.
Archives for November 9, 2011
Manufacturers should better consider nutrient profile during formulation, suggest researchers
Integrating the effects of processing and product formulation on structure, texture, enzyme-induced modifications and nutritional quality can lead to the production of attractive, ready-to-eat products with health-promoting properties, according to new...
SunOpta profits hit by commodity costs, despite 25% sales increase
Canadian natural and organics group SunOpta has reported a 25% increase in sales compared to Q3 last year but lower profits, citing higher commodity costs, which hit its sunflower business in particular.
McCormick-backed study probes effects of black pepper and rosemary on mental energy and fatigue
Researchers at the University of Georgia are exploring whether rosemary or black pepper could tackle mental fatigue as part of a series of studies financed by the McCormick Science Institute.
Sara Lee completes American Fresh Bakery sale
Sara Lee has completed the sale of its American Fresh Bakery business to Mexican firm Grupo Bimbo for $709m.
Brenner pharma/food: Stevia market is turning into the ‘wild wild West’
The stevia market is “turning quickly into the wild wild West” as more firms enter the fray in a bid to cash in on growing demand for the all-natural sweetener, according to one supplier.
Flavour firms find success in emerging markets, despite cost pressures
Global flavour and ingredients firms Symrise and IFF have both reported strong growth in Q3 results, especially in emerging markets, despite increasing financial pressures from increasing raw material costs.
Nano- regulation could benefit from two-tier approach, suggests expert
A new two tier system for the regulation of nano-materials in foods could help to alleviate the strain that suggested new regulations may put on industry, whilst ensuring the safety and control of ingredients and materials that need it, according to one...