Hershey sales rise 7% in Q2 on strong US candy marketplace
The Hershey Company has posted improved sales and profits in its second quarter (Q2) results driven by a robust US candy, mint and gum market.
Archives for July 25, 2012
Doctors committee urges USDA to remove dairy milk from school menus
A controversial committee of doctors has petitioned the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to remove dairy milk from school menus, calling it an “ineffective placebo.”
US Hispanics prefer beer over wine: Mintel
US Hispanics’ beverage consumption is the latest aspect of this influential group’s spending habits to enter the spotlight, in a new report from market research organization Mintel.
FDA facing lawsuit over failure to respond to mercury petition
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is facing a lawsuit after it failed to respond to a petition urging stricter mercury limits in seafood.
Bunge North American CEO: 'Who would have thought Bunge would be involved in cooking and kitchens a few years ago?'
Milled grains and edible oils specialist Bunge is now walking the talk when it comes to collaboration with the launch of a new state-of-the-art culinary center at its Ingredient Innovation Center in Bradley, Illinois, says its North American boss.
PureCircle shores up stevia supplies
PureCircle has diversified its supplies of stevia leaf, enabling it to step up global growth plans and defend its supply chain against future issues.
China driving snacking market, with healthy snacking leading the charge: Blue Diamond
Global demand for almonds is increasing, with snacking driving a lot of opportunities. China is the premier snack growth region, says Bill Morecraft, General Manager of Blue Diamond Almonds Global Ingredients Division.
Canadian private label makers target affordable luxury: Euromonitor
The Canadian private label sector is no longer confined to cheap, lower quality alternatives to branded products, as Canadian retailers look to appeal to those seeking affordable luxury, according to a new analysis from Euromonitor International.