Colors & Flavors
World: Stevia gains regulatory approval as producers need consumer buy-in, says consultant
The global stevia market is projected to account for US$565.2 million of the overall sweetener market by 2020, registering a compound annual growth rate...
Asia Pacific: GNT appoints agent, expands in China
GNT has appointed the AAFUD Group as its Official Service Agent for the Chinese market.
An established manufacturer specialized in natural colors, food flavors and...
Asia Pacific: Mars to build US$160M plant in India
Mars International India says it is on track with plans for its first chocolate factory in India.
It has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding...
Europe: Barry Callebaut, partners craft yeast starter cultures to ferment cocoa
The Barry Callebaut Group and its partners have improved the process of cocoa fermentation.
Researchers from the company, VIB (Flanders Institute for Biotechnology) and KU...
World: Consumers favor healthy, natural products, finds global study
A healthy diet is a major concern for consumers worldwide.
When asked about the role of food in their life, 66% of Europeans, Asians, Americans...
World: Consumer demand for natural ingredients boosts stevia sales
The global stevia market is projected to account for US$565.2 million of the overall sweetener market by 2020, registering a compound annual growth rate...
Americas: Real fruit pieces experience soaring sales in the US, says Taura Natural Ingredients
The sales of Taura Natural Ingredients’ real fruit pieces in the US have doubled in the past three years, the company has revealed.
CEO Peter...
World: Salt of the Earth optimistic about Russian market
Israel's Salt of the Earth reports sales growth in the Russian salt market in 2014 and expects double salt exports to the country in...
Europe: Britons are demanding healthier foods with labels, says Mintel
As the hype around healthy eating continues to grow, it seems supermarkets across Britain have reached new levels in stocking their shelves to appeal...
Americas: PepsiCo debuts new flavored popcorn in the US
Cracker Jack, one of the many brands in PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division, has unveiled a new variety just in time to celebrate National Popcorn Lover's...