Health Canada mulls prebiotic labeling and advertising rules
Health Canada is considering new rules for the labeling of prebiotics in foods, which could mean some food companies have to drop or modify existing health claims, the agency has said.
Archives for May 9, 2012
Snacks account for a quarter of kids’ calories: Study
Changing children’s snacking intentions and behavior could be crucial in reducing childhood obesity rates, as US children consume about a quarter of their daily calories from snacks, according to a new study published in International Quarterly of...
Cocoa waste may become valuable source of pectin, suggest researchers
Cacao pod husks – a major by-product of cocoa processing – could provide industry with a new, environmentally friendly source of pectin, say researchers.
Snyder’s-Lance eyes acquisitions to add to high-selling core brands
North American snack firm Snyder’s-Lance plans to foster future growth through mergers and acquisitions to complement its core brands which helped it marginally improve sales in its Q1 results
Hostess warns of mass layoffs in union negotiations
Hostess Brands has sent letters to its 18,500 employees warning of possible liquidation and job losses, after a federal judge ruled on Friday that the company could cancel all union contracts.
Declining raw milk prices support ‘strong’ Dean Foods Q1 results
US processor Dean Foods has reported 'stronger than forecasted' results for the first quarter of 2012 – citing the declining price of raw milk and solid growth across its segments as defining factors.
Grain Processing Corporation opens new Iowa center for product development
Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) has opened a new ‘solutions center’ at its headquarters in Muscatine, Iowa, to provide its technical and research teams with a new kitchen, laboratory and presentation area for new product development and customer training.
Blommer predicts looming cocoa supply crisis
Demand for cocoa is expected to climb 30% in the next 10 years creating a 25% shortage of current supply, according to North American cocoa processor and chocolate ingredients supplier Blommer Chocolate Company.