CASH turns spotlight on salty sauces
A new study of pasta sauces has drawn attention to huge differences in salt levels per portion between products, and big gaps in information given on the labels.
Archives for November 12, 2009
GLG and Weider row over Sweet Naturals contract
Stevia supplier GLG Life Tech has filed a statement of defense against allegations from Weider Global Nutrition that it had breached conditions of their joint stevia business by setting up its own sales team.
EU competition watchdog to rule on Kraft bid next month
The European Commission has set a one-month deadline to rule on the possible hostile takeover of Cadbury by US food giant Kraft, the EU competition regulator said on Wednesday.
Study reconfirms bisphenol A safety, says industry
Trade bodies on both sides of the Atlantic have welcomed a recent study sponsored by a US Government agency that bisphenol A (BPA) has no adverse effect on the reproductive function or behaviour of rats.
Improved monitoring of two zoonotic diseases, EFSA
Two new reports aimed at harmonising the scrutiny and reporting of a pair of bacteria responsible for zoonotic diseases have been published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
AAK seeking acquisitions
The growth and savings made by AarhusKarlshamn (AAK) since its merger have set it up to start casting about for new acquisitions.
Seltzer changes name to Glanbia Nutritionals (NA)
Seltzer has been renamed Glanbia Nutritionals (NA) three years after joining the Glanbia Group.
NutraCea files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Rice bran ingredient supplier NutraCea filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Tuesday, claiming that it will allow the company to restructure, reduce overheads and sell non-core assets.
New salt balances sodium and potassium
A new sea salt with 66 percent less sodium than common table salt and high potassium content is being offered to food manufacturers, after six years of development work involving salts from the Mediterranean region.
Recessionary dynamics boost private label soft drink sales
Sales of private label soft drinks are accelerating as consumers go out less and therefore drink more at home, according to a new report.