FoodNavigator's IFT round-up: New products, innovation, and the hottest new trends

The FoodNavigator team scoured the show for all the latest news and views at IFT 2012 in Las Vegas. Here are our top picks.

Dispatches from IFT 2012 Las Vegas

IFT 2012 new product round-up: Salt and fat reduction

Salt and fat reduction and flavour masking are major trends among new products at the IFT 2012 trade show in Las Vegas.

General Mills aims to make up for lost time through US yogurt innovations

Yoplait manufacturer General Mills is set to launch a “strong innovation line-up” over the coming year in an effort to reclaim a greater share of the Greek-dominated US yogurt market.

IFT 2012: Day three in pictures. From high oleic soy to 'toxic' sugar...

Sleep deprived but indefatigable, the FoodNavigator-USA team powered through day three of the IFT show in Las Vegas, meeting experts on sugar metabolism, natural colors, high oleic cooking oils, immune...

Kids' foods 'big growth opportunity for whole grains': ConAgra

The food industry is under pressure from all sides to improve the nutritional content of foods intended for children's consumption - and there are big opportunities for companies to get...

Open innovation: Unilever throws down gauntlet to suppliers on sodium reduction

Unilever has already reduced salt in many of its products by 25% but is looking for potential partners to help it reduce sodium by a further 15-20% ”without compromising the...

The private label dilemma: To be or not to be?

Suppliers that want to jump aboard the private label surge will face a fine balancing act of co-producing for the sector and branded goods, according to Rabobank.

Dispatches from IFT 2012 Las Vegas

IFT 2012 new product round-up: Sweeteners

A wealth of new sweetener blends are being showcased by exhibitors at IFT 2012 in Las Vegas, with a major focus on natural sources.

A picture worth a thousand calories? Fatty food images may trigger hunger

Looking at pictures of fattening foods can trigger reward and appetite centres of the brain – leading to increased hunger and a desire for food, say researchers.

IFT 2012: Day two in pictures. From whole algalin flour to the next generation of hot flavors

Day two of the IFT annual meeting and expo in Las Vegas, and the FoodNavigator-USA team was still standing (just about), roaming the aisles in search of innovation, inspiration (and...

General Mills CEO: ‘It’s been a challenging year for the food industry’

While US food heavyweight General Mills reported a 12% rise in sales for the 2012 fiscal year ending May 27, it said growth had been constrained by cost pressures in...

IFT 2012: Day one in pictures. From Ingredion to Elvis...

The IFT annual meeting and expo in Las Vegas started as it meant to go on, with inspirational speeches from Starbucks boss Howard Schultz and PepsiCo's R&D chief Dr Mehmood...

Market research: Breakfast choices vary with age and gender

Breakfast choices vary according to age and gender, and food manufacturers and marketers should consider these differences in their marketing strategies and new product development, says market research organization The...

FoodNavigator's IFT round-up: Day one

The FoodNavigator team discusses highlights and observations from day one of the show in Las Vegas.

Niutang on course to complete 1,200t sucralose plant by end of fiscal 2012

Chinese high intensity sweeteners specialist Niutang Chemical says work on a new, 1,200 metric ton capacity sucralose production facility is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2012.

Are soda industry CSR campaigns bad for public health?

Expensive and elaborate CSR campaigns used by the soda industry, focused on consumers rather than on the corporation, echo tactics employed by big tobacco firms, argue experts. 

Fighting fat is crucial to battle for food resources: Study

Tackling the global obesity epidemic is ‘crucial’ in the fight for food security and ecological sustainability, say researchers.

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Wrigley’s menthol gum appeal against Cadbury dismissed

A US appeal court has upheld a previous federal court decision which found that Wrigley’s patent on a menthol chewing gum formulation was too similar to earlier patents as argued...

ConAgra CEO: ‘The big challenge continues to be shopper behavior'

Ultra-frugal shoppers are continuing to make life very challenging in the US grocery sector, although commodity inflation is finally coming down, says the chief executive of ConAgra Foods.

Dow hails surge in omega-9 canola production as industry seeks healthier fats

Production of The Dow Chemical Company’s omega-9 canola oil has more than doubled over the past year, as food manufacturers have continued to seek healthier alternatives to oils high in...

Obama administration states opposition to FDA budget cut

The Obama administration has stated its opposition to a fiscal year (FY) 2013 budget proposal that could see the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suffer a budget cut worth millions...

News in brief

A Fistful of Dollars more: Coke pumps $3bn into India

Coca-Cola India announced today that it plans to invest a further $3bn dollars in India through to 2020 to capture 'enormous growth potential' in the non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (NARTD) market).

Sugar debate: Fructose may be healthy after all

A new review of the scientific evidence suggests that fructose may not be as bad as some research has suggested, and may even provide some health benefits.

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Setting certified cocoa goals makes ethical and business sense

Sourcing cocoa from certified farms can minimise incidence of child labour, but if that’s enough, why else should chocolate manufacturers commit to third-party certification?

Cereal category leads new almond-containing product introductions

Almonds have been the most popular ingredient nut in new products for six years running, and have seen a surge in popularity with cereal makers over the past year, according...

Hershey Company targets $10bn net sales by 2017

The Hershey Company has said it aims to increase net sales by more than half their current level in the next five years, to hit $10bn by the end of 2017.

Big Interview: Kevin Stark, NineSigma

People, process, tools and ‘go to guys’: The evolution of open innovation

When R&D matchmaker NineSigma set up shop in 2000, a lot of companies were talking about open innovation in theory.

Big Interview: Peter Haferman, president, Improve USA

Improve USA: Aloe is already the biggest botanical on the planet, but it’s about to get even bigger…

It might be gracing the functional beverages aisles in Costco and Trader Joe’s, but if you “ask Joe in the street what Aloe Vera is, he’ll still say it’s something...

Monounsaturated dressings are best for salad nutrient absorption, says study

The type of fat used in dressings has a major impact on how well nutrients are absorbed from salads, according to new research.

Cereal makers have made progress on nutrition – but spend more on advertising to children

Cereal makers have made progress in improving the nutritional content of cereals marketed to children – but they have also increased child-directed advertising of some of their least nutritious products,...

Calorie dense, high-fat diet may accelerate cancer development

A high-fat, calorie rich diet could accelerate the development of pancreatic cancer, according to new research in mice.

What tops the food industry CSR agenda?

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting is increasing rapidly in the United States, and as more companies get on board, the most important food industry-specific issues are becoming better defined, according...

Consumers gagging for superfood breakfast cereals – Datamonitor

Cereal and snack bar products containing superfoods such as chia, quinoa and spelt are expected to perform well in the global market, according to analysts at Datamonitor.

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Biothera’s Wellmune used in bread of Canadian retailer

Canadian food store chain Metro has introduced a new bread range containing immune health ingredient Wellmune WGP.

Our bottling inflexibility was ‘hard to believe’: PepsiCo Americas Beverages chief

PepsiCo Americas Beverages CEO, Al Carey, says his business is seeking a ‘sustainable fix’ to regain value share, with pack size limitations vis-à-vis Coke one issue being addressed via new...

Coke takes first US dairy steps with ‘next generation’ beverage brand

The Coca-Cola Company has confirmed to BeverageDaily.com that it has signed a deal to distribute dairy-based sports recovery beverage Core Power as it targets early stage growth in an ‘exciting’...

ConAgra rejects allegations that Hebrew National products are not kosher

ConAgra Foods has rejected allegations that its Hebrew National-brand products are not kosher.

News in brief

PepsiCo tips flavoured carbonates to outsell colas by 2015

PepsiCo Americas Beverages says flavoured carbonates are predicted to outsell colas in the US by 2015, as it revealed plans to capitalise upon growth in this segment, where growth is...

OTA welcomes proposal for stricter organic program controls

The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has welcomed the introduction of legislation that would tighten controls on organic certification, saying that it would protect the integrity of the USDA’s National Organic...

No need for labels on GE foods – just more safety tests, says AMA

The American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates has called for mandatory pre-market safety testing of genetically engineered (GE) foods – but said there is currently no reason to label them.

Hershey to up Mexican cocoa sourcing as programme launched to boost supply

Hershey plans to increase the amount of cocoa it sources from Mexico by initiating a $2.8m crop growing programme in partnership with Ecom Cocoa that it says will boost yields...

Universal probiotic stamp could boost research & consumer understanding, says leading researcher

Probiotics should be classified by a Category Tree system in the US and Europe in order to better inform consumers and counter the impasse imposed by ‘bureaucrats’, says a leading...

Florida firm seeks partner to take game-changing blood glucose control ingredient to mass market

The Florida-based firm behind Emulin - the star ingredient in GNC’s glucose control supplement GC7X - is seeking a big gun in the ingredients supply market to help it engage...

Supply chain security and 'conscious consumers' driving Fair Trade surge

Fair Trade imports into the US grew 75% in 2011, as food manufacturers look to secure their supply chains through more direct contact with suppliers - and as they bet...

No one-size-fits-all approach to target US Hispanics, says market researcher

Food manufacturers looking to target the rapidly growing US Hispanic market need to recognize its broad diversity, says a new report from market research organization SymphonyIRI.

News in brief

E.coli confirmation method approved by USDA

A SDIX system used for confirmation of E.coli has been approved by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the month the industry body started testing for newly regulated strains...

Girl Scout-branded candy is not marketed to children, says Nestlé

Nestlé has denied allegations that it violated its commitments on advertising to children by co-branding a new range of candy bars with the Girl Scouts of the USA.

Sweet and sour: Social media reveals consumer perceptions of sweeteners

Which sweeteners are consumers discussing on social media? And is the conversation positive or negative? The rise of social media is giving marketers access to an honest snapshot of consumer...

Online ethical data platform Sedex sees surge in membership as big boys get on board

More than 25,000 firms from small farms to PepsiCo and Kraft are now using an online platform for managing ethical supply chain data called Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange).

Salt intake linked to blood vessel damage and high blood pressure

A high salt diet may lead to increased damage to blood vessels in addition to high blood pressure, the two of which may act independently and synergistically to increase the risk...

General Mills opposes same-sex marriage ban in Minnesota

General Mills has said it opposes a proposed Minnesota State ban on same-sex marriage, saying that the measure is not in the best interests of its employees or the state...

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Another week, another class action: Has ‘all-natural’ become too risky a claim?

Barely a week goes by without another food company being challenged in court over its use of the word ‘natural’ – and it’s just a matter of time before the...

What makes an ethical brand (and how do we know one when we see one)?

Do consumers care whether the ingredients in their favorite foods are produced sustainably, and whether the people that produce them are treated fairly?

Supply chain execs lack confidence in rapid recall capabilities: Survey

More than half of senior supply chain executives say their company could not conduct a product recall within hours, and would expect the process to take days or weeks instead,...

New website aims to underline differences between natural and artificial trans fats

The Canadian beef and dairy industries have set up a new website designed to underline the difference between natural and artificial trans fats, highlighting research that suggests naturally occurring trans...

Halal specialist's chickpea snacks hold health appeal

US Halal specialist American Halal has launched a new chickpea snacks line under its Saffron Road brand that it says holds appeal to the ‘natural foods’ consumer as well as...

Dairy industry and retailer merchandising collaboration is ‘recipe for success’ - research

Retail merchandising displays that provide consumers with dairy-based ‘meal solutions’ could reap double-digit unit and dollar sales growth, US research has found.

Glanbia’s flaxseed guar gum replacer shaves 40% costs

US ingredients firm Glanbia Nutritionals has added a new flax-based guar gum replacer to its hydrocolloid range that will save bakery manufacturers up to 40% on costs amid continued soaring...

BASF expands R&D center in Tarrytown, NY

BASF has expanded its R&D center in Tarrytown, New York as part of its strategy to provide a global network of technical and application support.

Soft drinks are not the major contributor to childhood obesity, say researchers

Consumption of soft drinks and other sweetened beverages is not a major contributor to the rising levels of childhood obesity, according to Canadian research that assesses consumption and risk in...

Health Canada issues sodium reduction targets for industry

Health Canada has released a guidance document for industry with targets to help it reach voluntary sodium reduction goals by 2016.

Confectionery industry heartened by close sugar program vote

The candy industry and sugar growers are both claiming at least a partial victory after the US Senate voted 50-46 to shelve an amendment to the 2012 Farm Bill that...

Ohio judge sides with Cleveland City Council on trans fat ban

An Ohio judge has sided with the city of Cleveland in its attempt to ban the sale of certain products containing trans fats in the city.

Tate & Lyle opens new innovation center and US specialty ingredients HQ

Tate & Lyle opened its 110,000-square-foot innovation and commercial development global headquarters in Chicago on Wednesday, as part of its strategy to focus on specialty food ingredients and move closer...

Food companies are ‘concerned about sustainable supply’: ISEAL

Food companies’ demand for sustainably sourced ingredients is increasing rapidly – but supply of certified ingredients is not keeping up, according to ISEAL, the global association for sustainability standards.

Snack Food Association calls on FDA to formalise safety enforcement deadlines

The Snack Food Association and other industry bodies have urged the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to communicate in writing the deadlines for enforcement of new provisions in the...

Eye tracking research could lead to better nutritional labels

Developments in eye tracking research could offer industry important insights in how to improve nutrition labels, say researchers.

Pressure mounts on Hershey to source 100% sustainable cocoa

Hershey has come under pressure from human rights groups to source all its cocoa from certified farms that avoid child labor.

PulseNet success is often industry’s ‘own worst enemy’, says ex-USDA food safety expert

The success of PulseNet for tracing the source of foodborne illness outbreaks has become the industry’s own worst enemy as more news coverage has eroded consumer trust, according to an...

Pernod Ricard will ‘continue to fight’ Bacardi for Havana Club US trademark

Pernod Ricard tells BeverageDaily.com it will ‘continue to fight’ for its alleged US trademark rights to the Havana Club name, but bitter rival Bacardi USA expects its pending federal application...

Penford unveils ‘breakthrough’ casein replacer for imitation cheese

Penford Food Ingredients has introduced a new casein replacer for imitation cheese that it claims is a breakthrough for the industry, allowing for larger reductions of casein than ever before,...

Lycotec develops ingredient for weight management and cholesterol lowering chocolate

Biotec firm Lycotec has developed an ingredient for chocolate and other fat-based foods that it claims can help consumers to manage their weight and reduce blood cholesterol.

DuPont E.coli detection system gains USDA approval

DuPont Qualicon has received a letter of no objection from the USDA for a device used to detect non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E.coli, in the same month that the regulatory authority...

General Mills’ Greek yogurt is ‘not yogurt at all’, lawsuit claims

A class action lawsuit filed in California claims that General Mills’ Yoplait-brand fat-free Greek yogurt is misbranded because it contains milk protein concentrate (MPC), which is not listed as a...

Canadian government invests in controls for gluten-free foods

The Canadian Celiac Association has received a C$245,000 investment from the Canadian government to help enhance food safety systems and develop specific controls for gluten-free foods, in an effort to...

The fastest growing label claims of 2011: From ‘economy’ to ‘gluten-free’

While ‘all-natural’ and ’no additives & preservatives’ were still among the most popular food and drink label claims in the US last year, the fastest growth was in economy, low/no/reduced...

Dispatches from Vitafoods Europe 2012

Solbar ready to power up for growth post acquisition

Solbar is preparing for strong global growth in the wake of its acquisition by farmer agri-cooperative CHS, according to Todd Watson, CHS global protein sales and development manager for food...

Tate & Lyle provoked into cracking egg crisis in bakery

European ingredients hulk, Tate & Lyle, is investing heavily in its egg replacement solutions for the bakery sector, provoked by soaring customer demands amid price hikes and supply constraints.

JM Smucker CEO: ‘Everyone has suffered…but no one is giving up on the center of the store’

Life remains challenging in the US packaged grocery sector, but innovative new products and more competitive prices should help JM Smucker avoid a repeat of its recent “sticker shock”, says...

Diamond Foods faces Nasdaq delisting as it misses filing deadline

Diamond Foods expects to receive a delisting letter from Nasdaq for failing to meet today’s deadline for filing financial reports, the company has said.

‘Wholegrain is not the whole answer’ says Kellogg

Consumers are mistaken in immediately assuming that wholegrain foods are a good source of dietary fibre, says Kellogg.

Disney’s new advertising standards for kids’ programming put it ‘ahead of the pack’, says CSPI

The Walt Disney Company’s new standards for advertising to children put the media outlet ahead of the pack, according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) –...

Nutrition advocates urge Congress to turn farm bill into ‘healthier food bill’

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) and about 70 food and nutrition experts have urged Congress to turn the 2012 Farm Bill into a ‘healthier food bill’ – by cutting crop...

Barry Callebaut ups capacity 60,000 tonnes in North America

Chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut has acquired a new plant in Canada and plans to expand another facility in the US, increasing its capacity by 60,000 tonnes.

Open innovation: What is Kraft Foods looking for from potential partners?

Natural colors that remain vibrant in acidic beverages, ingredients that improve blood glucose control, technology to improve the flavor of robusta coffee, ingredients that provide sustained energy and new approaches...

News in brief

CSPI survey shows US public IS in favor of NYC sugary soda ban (contrary to survey we ran last week…)

Lies, damned lies and statistics… A week after a survey from Rasmussen Reports suggested that 65% of Americans oppose NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg’s war on super-sized sodas, another survey commissioned...

Novel fiber paves way for next generation of heart healthy baked goods

The firm behind a novel fiber claimed to reduce oxidized LDL cholesterol - an emerging risk factor for heart disease - is in talks with bakers about using it in...

Danone and Chobani lead ‘two horse’ US Greek yogurt race - analyst

Danone and Chobani have taken a clear lead in what has become a “two horse race” to dominate the US Greek yogurt market, Wall Street analysts have claimed.

Cargill makes sweet, specialist baking expansion with Oregon site

A new, larger integrated baking facility will enable food giant, Cargill, to cope with increased demands for speciality, complex bakery products, it said.

Research casts doubt on sugary drinks links to high blood pressure

The link between sugary drinks and high blood pressure has been cast into doubt after new research revealed sweet drinks are associated with high blood pressure – regardless of whether...

National Starch strengthens distribution in Turkey

National Starch Food Innovation has strengthened its presence in Turkey by clinching a formal deal with distributor Univar to reach more customers in the country.

DKSH to open confectionery and bakery innovation centre in Mumbai

Market expansion group DKSH has announced plans to open its second innovation centre in Mumbai, India to help companies introduce confectionery and bakery products tailored to the Indian market.

Global sugar prices down due to expected surplus

Worldwide sugar prices have fallen in the second quarter (Q2) of 2012 as the market is projected to record a surplus for the next two seasons, according to Rabobank International.

News in brief

Traffic up at fast food chains and upscale restaurants; but down in midscale/family dining outlets

Visits to US restaurants and other foodservice outlets rose by 1% in the first quarter (January, February, and March) of 2012 compared with the first quarter of 2011, the strongest...

Trendwatch: Hot and spicy, from Hatch Chiles to Gochujang

From smoky flavors to healthful spices, 'hot & spicy' is one of the hottest culinary trends this year, according to a new report by Packaged Facts and CCD Innovation.

Academic: Sorry USDA, but more nutrient dense diets do cost more…

Just weeks after USDA published a high-profile study  posing the question ‘Are Healthy Foods Really More Expensive ?’, researchers in Seattle, Baltimore and the UK have responded with a new study...

Healthy chocolate ‘breakthrough’: Lycotec develops ingredient to unlock cocoa’s health potential

Biotech firm Lycotec has developed an ingredient that it claims can harness the health potential in both dark and milk chocolate and lead to products with anti-ageing, injury recovery and...

FDA and FSIS funding set to be cut after bill approved

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks set to receive a budget cut of $16.3m for the fiscal year (FY) 2013, despite requesting an additional $253m in funding to...

Promise in US coffee pods but patent uncertainty dogs Green Mountain – analyst

The coffee pod revolution is here to stay in the US, and the expiry of patents relating to Green Mountain’s coffee pods next year could even cut prices further and...

Kraft highlights ‘robust development pipeline’ as bosses prepare to split firm in two

Kraft Foods delivered a “higher rate of revenue from new products last year than at any time in recent memory” revealed bosses as they reassured stakeholders that both businesses will...

California raw milk producers deserve whey more from processor pricing - campaign

California-based dairy producers have called for an increase in the price paid to them for raw milk by cheese processors, in an effort to collect a greater share of the market value...

US firm promises ‘fortified’ beverage revolution with first clear Omega-3 drinks

Virun is claiming major brand interest in its newly patented technologies that encapsulate nonpolar compounds such as Omega-3 acids, allowing them to dissolve clearly in beverages for the first time.

Saputo opposes raw milk price increase after ‘negatively impacted’ FY 2012 results

Dairy giant Saputo has called on authorities in California not to increase the price paid by processor for raw milk in the state, after posting results “negatively impacted” by a...

Report highlights need for improvement to worker treatment in US food industry

The US food industry has poor job and wage quality and a lack of career mobility, according to a groundbreaking report into the sector.

PepsiCo: ‘We’ve barely scratched the surface’ on oat health benefits

PepsiCo’s Quaker Oats division has created a new center dedicated to oat research and innovation in a bid to “elevate the relevance and benefits of oats through science, agriculture and...

Hillshire Brands Company: The new name for Sara Lee’s North American business.

First Mondelez, then Ingredion and now Hillshire Brands Company. In the latest piece of corporate re-engineering and rebranding in the food manufacturing sector, Sara Lee has unveiled the new name...

News in brief

US retail chocolate market up 6.6% to $19.5bn, says Packaged Facts

The US market for chocolate sold at retail was worth an estimated $19.5bn in 2011, up 6.6% over the previous year, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.

Survey: Two-thirds of Americans oppose Bloomberg’s super-size soda crackdown

Almost two thirds of Americans oppose NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg’s radical approach to tackling obesity by cracking down on sales of super-sized soft drinks, according to a new survey.

FDA updates Reportable Food Registry (RFR) in effort to track safety trends

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a ‘questionnaire’ to its Reportable Food Registry (RFR) in an effort to improve the programme’s information gathering capabilities.

PepsiCo denies spying on Mexican druglords as trucks firebombed

PepsiCo has refuted claims that it allows police to snoop on drug gangs in Mexico after a spate of arson attacks on distribution centres and delivery vehicles transporting its Sabritas...

Cereal fibers show prebiotic potential in bread: Puratos study

Bread enriched with specific cereal fibers may beneficially modify bacterial populations in the gut without any adverse effects, says a new study by scientists from the University of Reading, UK...

Sugar attorney: Jury in corn sugar lawsuit will draw same conclusion as FDA on HFCS

The fact that the FDA does not regard ‘corn sugar’ as a suitable alternate name for 'high fructose corn syrup' on food labels will add more weight to a false...

News in brief

Flavorchem launches new Hispanic flavors for dairy products

Flavors and colors specialist Flavorchem Corporation has introduced a new line of Hispanic-inspired flavors for yogurts and other dairy products to tap into growing demand for more authentic tastes and...

ADM hits back in IP battle with ConAgra over white whole wheat flour

Agrifood giant ADM has denied that it has infringed a patent owned by arch rival ConAgra covering technology enabling it to produce high fiber whole wheat flour with the palatability...

Taste receptor discovery could help industry ease the bitter taste of stevia

The discovery of a taste receptor that controls the bitter flavour notes associated with stevia could lead industry to new ways to improve the taste of the natural sweetener, suggest...

Canada looks to standardise food safety practices in latest modernisation move

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has outlined plans to standardise its inspection practices in an effort to keep up-to-speed with the changing food safety “landscape.”

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POM Wonderful expands presence in ingredients market with new 100% concentrate

Californian juice maker POM Wonderful has expanded its presence in the industrial ingredients market with the launch of a new 100% Pomegranate Juice Concentrate for use in foods, beverages, supplements...

Dean Foods forecasts dairy segment growth as raw milk price stabilises

Dean Foods is projecting double digit operating income growth in 2012 for its fresh dairy segment as raw milk commodity pricing becomes more “stable.”

Judge: No reasonable consumer would be misled by PepsiCo’s 'all-natural' claims

PepsiCo has scored a victory in the ‘all-natural’ civil litigation stakes after persuading a judge in California to dismiss a class action lawsuit alleging it misled consumers of its SoBe...

Kellogg seals the lid on Pringles buy

Cereal giant, Kellogg, has sealed its buy-out of Pringles for US$2.7bn, set to triple international business and stack it into second place on the global snacks market.