Archives for December 21, 2004

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E-wine concept hits Russia

A dot.ru company has opened an online wine store in Russia in anticipation of the coming electronic shopping craze, despite what sceptics might say, writes Angela Drujinina.

Solnechnie pushes low-calorie mayo

Solnechnie Produkti is confident that its low-calorie brand of mayonnaise has the potential to occupy seven per cent of the domestically produced generic mayonnaise market in Russia and two per cent of the mayonnaise market in general, writes Angela...

Sardus buys sandwich firms for new business

One of Sweden's biggest meat and cheese processing companies, recently under pressure from increased competition, will soon be supplying sandwiches as well as the fillings by establishing a new business unit to exploit the growing convenience food...

Lidl expansion targets CEE region

Discount food retailer Lidl is forecast to continue its phenomenal European success in 2005 and Eastern Europe, especially Hungary, is a main target for growth - a move likely to squeeze smaller domestic producers but aid big brands, writes Chris Mercer.

Salt levels in soups still high, says FSA

Food makers continue with their commitment to reduce salt levels in processed foods, but more is work required, shows new survey from the UK food agency.

Stock rotation the key to forecourt store growth

Forecourt convenience stores are becoming increasingly important revenue sources for the leading supermarket groups, either as part of their own petrol retail business or in partnership with fuel companies. But maximising the potential of these small...

Anthocyanins may help fight diabetes

Fruit compounds called anthocyanins could help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes, suggest preliminary tests on animals.