Nestle product price-hikes drive growth
Nestle has seen a strong start to 2008, partly thanks to its strategy of increasing product prices quickly in line with commodity price increases.
Archives for March 13, 2008
Invest in biofuels v2.0 to ease food supply issues, says EuropaBio
The use of biomass for fuel should not jeopardise the food supply, EuropaBio has proclaimed, but more European investment is needed in second generation technology that does not compete with food sources.
SunOpta to close acquisition despite financial woes
SunOpta is set to complete its acquisition of Tradin Organic Agriculture in the next few weeks having faced delays due to the internal financial issues.
Finsbury Food revenue soars by giving customers what they want
In these uncertain times for the bakery business the Finsbury Food Group's profits have soared by giving people what they want, says Chief Executive Dave Brooks.
Citrus essential oils could be antimicrobials for food
Citrus oils - particularly those already used as flavourings - could be an ideal alternative to chemical-based antimicrobials for food applications, says a new paper.