Heineken takes control of SA distribution
Heineken and SAB have ended their partnership in South Africa, with each group taking control of its own brands there.
Archives for March 19, 2003
Olive oil - finding the facts
'It is a truth, universally acknowledged,'…that olive oil is good for the health. But why? Volunteers from across Europe could soon provide the answer as they participate in a new project to investigate exactly how this Mediterranean staple benefits...
Omega on the farm...
As the questioning consumer continues to show concern over the safety of food products and notably the use of antibiotics in farm animals, new research could offer a healthy alternative to boost the immunity system of pigs - fish oils.
Food industry failing the needs of the individual
The food industry prides itself on reacting quickly to consumer trends, but it has been slow to adapt to the needs of one person households - a growing segment of the market - claims a new UK-based report from market analysts Mintel.
Health: EU moves up a gear
The high profile issue of health continues to grab the spotlight with the news yesterday that the European Commission is to pour €312m into a new action programme 'to protect and improve the health of Europe's citizens'.
Migros to add more brands
Migros, the Swiss co-operative retailer, has announced that it is to extend the range of branded food and non-food products it sells to include some of the biggest names in the consumer goods industry.
Investment in gum tech
Danish chewing gum company Gumlink, formerly known as Dandy, announced this week that it will invest $7.69 million (€7.24m) in a new research and development facility in Vejle, Denmark.