Archives for September 25, 2001

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Heinz acquires Anchor's branded products

H.J. Heinz Company has completed a transaction with Anchor Food Products Inc. to acquire Anchor's Poppers® retail frozen appetizers business and its licensing rights to the T.G.I. Friday's® brand of retail frozen snacks and appetizers.

Gov role key in nutraceuticals market

Americans possess a growing awareness of the link between nutrition and health, as government committees become increasingly attentive to nutraceutical product claims and potential regulations.

Whey could prevent cancer - study suggests

While a balanced diet as recommended by the USDA Food Guide Pyramid may help in the prevention of cancer, whey protein is being proven in clinical studies to be a powerful assistant in cancer prevention and treatment.

First exhibition dedicated to green tea

The "World O-Cha Festival 2001" will be held in Shizuoka City of Shizuoka Prefecture, the centre of o-cha (Japanese green tea) production in Japan, from October 5 to 10.

Bell Flavors goes Mexican

Bell Flavors and Fragrances, Inc. announced the purchase of EIGSA, a flavour and fragrance manufacturer in Guadalajara, Mexico.

McCain purchases part of Anchor

McCain Foods Limited has completed the deal to purchase the production facilities and foodservice business of Anchor Food Products Inc. in a three-party transaction.