Mondelez develops 3-D object for quicker flavor release in gum
Mondelez has filed a patent for a quicker way to release flavors and actives in chewing gum using a 3-D object made of polymers.
Archives for August 18, 2013
RiceBran Tech sees renewed interest in rice bran fiber for bars, beverages
RiceBran Technologies has upped production at its Dillon, Montana plant by 25% to meet demand for fibers from rice bran, revealed bosses at the second quarter earnings call this week.
Lead contamination case: Syrup supplier must face American Licorice suit
A lawsuit brought by American Licorice accusing Total Sweeteners of breaching its contract by supplying molasses tainted with lead will proceed, a Californian district judge has ruled.
Big interview: Jay Klein, founder & CEO, Action Candy Company (PÜR Gum)
Kicking aspartame? The rise and rise of PÜR Gum
You don’t launch a new brand in the gum category by calling the buyer at Walmart and asking nicely for some shelf-space at the checkout between Juicy Fruit and Trident, observes the founder of aspartame-free PÜR Gum.
US city authority sued over sow stall ads
A US animal welfare organisation is suing a city transport authority for refusing to run an advertisement showing pigs suffering in sow stalls.
GMO ‘grey area’ feeds ‘all natural’ class actions, says Barbara’s
GMO laws are vague and this is driving up ‘all natural’ class action lawsuits but consumers need to do more to steer the conversation, says cereal and snack maker Barbara’s, who recently settled a case to the tune of $4m.
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