Russell Stover considers $1.3bn sale
America’s third largest chocolate manufacturer Russell Stover is considering selling the business.
Archives for February 24, 2014
Natural colors our first port of call, says spirulina-experimenting Jelly Belly
Jelly Belly is experimenting with natural color spirulina after a major reformulation project.
High cost of fruit and vegetables linked to higher body fat in young children: Study
High prices for fresh fruits and vegetables are associated with higher Body Mass Index (BMI) in young children in low- and middle-income households, according to new research.
Mead Johnson awaiting conclusion of SEC China 'expenditures' probe
Mead Johnson Nutrition is still waiting for the outcome of a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) probe that could see it penalized on home soil for alleged promotional payments made by employees in China.
Stevia-sweetened Coca-Cola Life to enter new markets this year - but Coke won't say which ones
Coca-Cola Life - a stevia-sweetened cola with 50% less sugar than regular Coke - will be introduced into other markets this year following a successful debut in Argentina and Chile.
Meat products recalled by Santa Maria Foods
Approximately 8,895lb of meat products are to be recalled by Canadian firm Santa Maria Foods Corporation, after it was found they had been imported without inspection.
Nutrativa to be exclusive marketer of Lycoberry
Nutrativa Global has partnered with From The Wild to provide the exclusive manufacturing, sales and marketing support for the launch of Lycoberry, a red berry with a high concentration of naturally occurring lycopene.
FDA agrees to new deadlines on FSMA final rules
The Food and Drug Administration has agreed to new deadlines for final rules detailing the implementaiton of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The agreement comes as part of a settlement in a lawsuit brought by advocacy groups claiming that FDA...