Archives for August 17, 2010

Kellogg’s reformulates Special K variations with added fiber

The Kellogg Company has reformulated most of the cereals in its Special K range to contain added fiber, the company has said. The company has not added fiber to its original Special K brand.

Special edition: Meat substitutes

Seeing red: The health implications of meat consumption

Headlines continue to raise concerns over the health effects of excessive meat consumption, a situation that is boosting consumer interest in meat substitutes. But what does the science say about meat and health?

New Caravan ingredient aims to make tortillas suave

Caravan Ingredients has developed a conditioner called Tortilla Suave to extend the shelf life and reduce the stickiness of tortillas.

Cargill says economic outlook ‘uncertain’; reports FY earnings drop

The outlook for economic growth remains uncertain, Cargill said on Tuesday, as it reported a 22 percent drop in full-year earnings to $2.6bn, from $3.3bn a year earlier.

Food safety concerns driving manufacturer and consumer behaviors: Survey

Manufacturers have changed their practices to respond to food safety concerns, as US consumers claim to have changed their shopping habits, according to a new survey from Michigan State University.