Europe: Ferrero company to buy Fox’s UK biscuit business
CTH, a Ferrero-related Company says it will acquire Fox’s branded and retailer own-brand, including M&S, biscuit business from Northern Food Grocery Group Limited (NFGG) for...
Americas: Consumers confused about whole grain labels, finds survey
Whole grain labels on cereal, bread, and crackers are confusing to consumers and could cause them to make fewer healthy choices, according to the...
Americas: Bimbosan’s baby food packaging has 40% bio-based material, ProAmpac
Flexible packaging company ProAmpac is producing its first ProActive renewable products for the baby food market with Bimbosan’s newest premium baby formula, cereal supplements...
Europe: Humble beginnings of ready meals, Huhtamaki
Seemingly designed for hurried 21st century lifestyles, pre-cooked convenience foods have had an enduring history.
Forecasts predict that they’re here for the long run.
Ready...
Europe: Businesses adapt, go online due to COVID-19 pandemic
Although the coronavirus pandemic has been tough on small and medium sized food producers, who typically sell their products to restaurants, cafes, caterers and...
Americas: Sugary drinks may affect cholesterol levels among adults, finds study
Middle-aged and older adults who drank sugary beverages daily were at greater risk of developing abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels compared to those who...
World: Active consumers take charge of their health, finds FrieslandCampina Ingredients research
Exclusive research has shown clear changes in the preferences and priorities of the active nutrition market, which will shape its progression from 2020.
From several...
Asia Pacific: Ireland is building links to Asia, says Bord Bia
Bord Bia (The Irish Food Board) has been making inroads into Asia, as part of its plan to bring Ireland's food, drink and horticulture...
Europe: Nestlé products to don nutrition labeling in 2020
Nestlé says it will use Nutri-Score nutrition labeling in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Switzerland, starting in the first half of 2020.
It will...
Asia Pacific: FSANZ seeks public comments on label for alcoholic drinks
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for public comment on the proposed design and implementation of a mandatory pregnancy warning label for...