Health trend strong in the kids and tweens market
Parents in the US are increasingly demanding healthy products for children in a market that is worth an estimated $65bn a year, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.
Archives for July 28, 2008
Coagulant designed to meet clean label dairy demand
A new coagulant product can ensure a preservative-free, cost effective enzyme for use in cheese production, according to its manufacturer.
Special edition: Natural colours
Natural colours catching up with synthetic
Colours derived from natural sources look set to overtake synthetic alternatives in market value as manufacturers continue to meet the rising demand for clean label ingredients.
Emerging markets and flavours a boon for Symrise
Symrise has reported good sales growth in local currencies the first half of 2008 driven by flavours and emerging markets, although fragrance growth was hit by the drop-off in consumer spending on luxury goods.
Hot topic
Organics - fad or the future?
Organic food has been one of the biggest trends in the food sector in recent years. FoodNavigator is seeking your views on whether organics have staying power, or whether consumers will lose interest over time.
FMC announces latest hydrocolloid acquisition
FMC Corporation has strengthened its hold in the hydrocolloid market and entered into an agreement to acquire CoLiving Food Ingredients, based in Guangzhou, China to serve the rapidly growing dairy market there.
New phage offers rapid E. coli detection in meat, says BioMerieux
A new detection system for E. coli 0157: H7 is faster and more precise than molecular methods, claim the French licence holders.