Functional food ad dispels myths
In a recent interview with UK newspaper the Times, Simon Clarkson, Radio Times's marketing director, explained why he likes the current ads for Benecol's cholesterol-reducing products.
Archives for March 6, 2002
China promises stricter regulation of antibiotics in food after latest scare in Germany
China is to tighten use of a potent antibiotic in food after Germany joined other nations in complaining about the safety of Chinese products, the Ministry of Agriculture said.
Glanbia ingredients division boosts profits
Irish dairy products and ingredients group Glanbia reported a 9.3 per cent increase in group turnover to E2,625.41m from E2,401.74m in 2000. A boost in sales from the dairy food ingredients business helped the results, the company commented
New wheat flour for calorie counters
The trend for low fat foods continues to grow as weight-conscious consumers increase annually in numbers. US scientists might have the answer for those consumers keen to shed a few pounds without sacrificing that diet staple, bread.
Food marketplace reports strong revenue increase
Dotcoms in the food industry may have received a few blows in the past year but there are signs that recovery is near. This week ecFood, an e-commerce platform for the food and beverage industry, announced that 2001 was an exceptional year with...
Cheese group criticises UK government
The UK government recently announced the launch of a nationwide £52million per year (E84.8m) initiative to hand out free fruit to 4-6 year olds. The same government set out recommendations to school caterers in April to decrease the use of cheese in...
Profit boosts but margin slips for Givaudan
Despite boosting 2001 net profit Swiss flavour and fragrance company Givaudan saw its operating profit and margin slip, the group said on Wednesday.