PepsiCo needs emerging market focus to repair margins: US investment firm
A US-based investment firm insists that PepsiCo needs to focus on its most profitable brands and emerging markets such as China to bolster margins and regain ground on Coke.
Archives for November 28, 2012
Correlation vs causation: Is there a link between HFCS and diabetes?
A new study reports that there is an association between HFCS consumption and the incidence of diabetes, but the findings have been dismissed by the Corn Refiners Association.
Hot New Beverage Concepts for 2013: Episode One
The CEO of beverage development and innovation company MyDrink Beverages tells BeverageDaily.com why his firm's new non-alcoholic beverage concepts for 2013 could take the market by storm...
Smoked salmon business prosecuted after worker’s injury
The owner of a UK smoked salmon business has been ordered to pay more than £1,500 after a worker was injured when his hand was caught and crushed in machinery.
Zambeef turns in strong growth
African agri-business Zambeef has reported “robust” revenue growth over the past year, with a strong performance across its poultry, pork and beef divisions.
Sweeteners linked to higher weight gain: Rat study
Consumption of non-nutritive sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame could lead to increases in weight, according to new data in rats.
‘Wikipedia-like’ information portal targets collaboration between industry and scientists
Researchers are developing a Wikipedia-like information platform that aims to translate scientific research into information the food industry can use to spur innovation, according to ttz Bremerhaven project manager Annika Gering.
Nestlé eyes herbal sector with Hong Kong JV; 2013 clinical trials planned
Nestlé has amplified its nutrition presence by forming a joint venture to develop Traditional Chinese Medicines (TCM). Orally consumed gastro products will be first off the rank based on an extract from the andrographis paniculata plant grown in Indian...
OSHA cites chemical manufacturer after explosion
A chemical manufacturer has been handed proposed penalties of nearly $80,000 following an explosion at one of its facilities in May.
US demand boosts Australian boxed beef exports
Australian boxed beef exports are struggling in traditional key markets, but have been boosted by strong demand from the US, according to a new report from agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank.
ConAgra creates private label giant with Ralcorp acquisition
ConAgra Foods will acquire Ralcorp Holdings, the largest private label food manufacturer in the US, the companies announced yesterday.
Investment will increase yogurt, milk processing capacity - Meiji
Japanese dairy giant Meiji Holdings has set aside 11.5bn yen ($140m, €110m) to build and equip a new processing plant under plans to increase its yogurt and milk product processing capabilities.
Synergies and mint trends: Wild and AM Todd one year on…
It has been a year since Wild’s acquisition of US-based mint specialist AM Todd and the flavours and ingredients firm says the deal has borne fruit on several levels – including allowing it to tap into new consumer flavour trends.
Russia claims EU deception over bluetongue
The EU has been hiding outbreaks of a dangerous strain of the bluetongue virus, grossly violating veterinary rules and World Trade Organization (WTO) responsibilities, Russian veterinary authorities have claimed.
Norwegian dairy calls for action to avoid Christmas butter shortage
Norwegian dairy giant TINE has called upon the country’s government to reduce customs duties on butter imports to avoid a potential shortage over the Christmas period.
Dearth of science limits aloe's potential, expert says
Aloe vera is a popular botanical in beverages and functional foods, but a dearth of credible science keeps the ingredient from achieving superstar status, according to a consultant.