Archives for September 30, 2004

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Troubled rejig curbs Cerealia profits

The last 18 months or so have been tough for Cerealia, with profitability well down on previous years as a result of a number of disposals designed to refocus the group on a smaller number of business units. But replacing disposed of cake and biscuit...

Australian food body reminder for flavour labels

In a bid to help food makers correctly label their food products, Australia and New Zealand's independent statutory authority this week underlines the legal requirements for flavours used in foods.

Vitamin E and lycopene combo tested in humans

After confirming that a combination of vitamin E and lycopene has a positive effect on the growth of prostate tumours in mice, scientists in the Netherlands have initiated a trial in men suffering from the disease.

Additive supplier Kemira sells plants to US Tetra

Finnish chemical firm Kemira that supplies the all-rounder food additive calcium chloride to the food industry will sell this slice of the business to leading US player Tetra Technologies.

Danisco pectin targets soy beverages and drinking yoghurts

Number two pectin player Danisco rolls out a line extension for new gains from its Grinsted pectin range that targets food and beverage makers looking to spear the growing sports nutrition and functional food markets, reports Lindsey Partos.

Alcohol helps older women's grey cells

Older women who have a drink or two a day have better memory skills than non-drinkers, announced researchers from the University of Texas this week.