Bad weather could reverse sugar price dip, warns Rabobank
Rabobank has warned that the recent sharp dip in international sugar prices could easily be reversed if bad weather hits key producer countries.
Archives for May 18, 2011
APEC and World Bank sign food safety agreement
APEC’s Food Safety Cooperation Forum and the World Bank have signed a memorandum of understanding in Big Sky, Montana this week intended to strengthen food safety collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region.
PepsiCo rolls out green range of beverage cups
PepsiCo is introducing a range of green packaging options for its food service cups in the US.
David West leaves Hershey to lead Del Monte
David J. West has resigned from the top job at Hershey’s to take on the role of CEO at Del Monte – and John P. Bilbrey has been appointed as interim president and CEO at The Hershey Company.
Senator Durbin urges FDA action on ‘relaxation’ brownies
Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) has asked the FDA to clarify its regulatory position on dietary supplements and food additives on the back of widespread concerns about the marketing of melatonin-containing baked goods.
Domino Foods enters stevia market in collaboration with Sunwin and Wild
Domino Foods, Wild Flavors and Sunwin International have entered a collaborative agreement to produce naturally-derived sweeteners and sweetening systems, the companies have said.
Special edition: Prebiotics
Prebiotic evolution: From earth oven to pizza oven
A clever combination of gut friendly food, consumer education and social media has made Naked Pizza a runaway success. Prebiotic-containing pizza bases will soon be hitting grocery stores, too, says the archaeologist who co-founded the company.