FMC Corporation snaps up Italian pectin manufacturer
US-based FMC Corporation has signed an agreement to snap up Italian food pectin processor Pectine Italia for an undisclosed sum.
Archives for August 1, 2012
‘Brand building not brand battling’: Beam CEO tells analysts why tequila makes him happy
The CEO of Beam Inc. claims tequila will yield attractive global growth in the long-term, as his firm boosted sales of its core Sauza brand in H2 2012 after an indifferent few quarters.
The fight against obesity: A new investment megatrend?
Obesity is a ‘global sustainability megatrend’ likely to take decades to address – but it could also provide opportunities for investors looking to support those industries aiming to be part of the solution, including parts of the food industry,...
Special edition: Meat alternatives
Beyond soy: Where does Quorn fit into the meat alternatives market?
Quorn is outpacing rivals and bringing new consumers into a frozen meat alternatives category that has lost some momentum in recent years, claims its US boss.
Most Americans are ‘pro-regulation’ on food safety – regardless of politics, study suggests
Most Americans across the political spectrum would like to see more government regulation of food safety and food quality, suggests a new study published in the journal Food Policy.
Nestlé tackles child health concerns with 35% less sugar 'Juicy Juice' launch
Nestlé has launched a new beverage in the US called Juicy Juice Fruitfuls with 35% less sugar than regular juice, with the firm keen to tackle parental concerns regarding sugar intake.
Altitude effect on livestock studied
The effects of low and high altitudes on selective breeding have been studied by researchers in a paper for the Journal of Animal Science.
Food inflation will hopefully be hedged, says Maple Leaf CEO
While on-going droughts across North America will undoubtedly fuel food inflation, action will be taken to manage cost spikes, Maple Leaf CEO says.
Yakult Light probiotic drink makes US debut
Japanese probiotics pioneer Yakult has launched a light version of its fermented dairy drink in the US.
Court dismisses Danone challenge to Chobani Canadian import permit
Chobani Greek-style yogurt manufacturer Agro-Farma Inc. is celebrating a major legal victory in Canada, after the country’s Federal Court dismissed a bid by rival firms to keep it off shelves.
Revolymer enters Canada to ‘exploit’ $40m nicotine gum market
Rev7 degradable chewing gum maker Revolymer is set to exploit Canada’s lucrative nicotine gum market following two distribution deals with pharmacies, its CEO said.
Canada puts $600k into listeria testing
The Canadian government has announced a $600,000 project to improve testing for the bacteria behind the life-threatening food-borne illness listeriosis.