Archives for February 4, 2005

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UK sugar acquisition given clearance

The Competition Commission (CC) today announced it has provisionally cleared the completed acquisition by Napier Brown Foods (NBF) of James Budgett Sugars (JBS), but voiced concerns about the lack of competition in the UK sugar market.

Imperial Sugar forecasts difficult year

Imperial Sugar yesterday (Thursday) announced a higher first-quarter profit, but predicted that operating income would fall significantly in 2005 as the sugar industry remains challenging, reports Philippa Nuttall.

National Starch explains Food Innovation

Innovation is the watchword in National Starch's rebranded image but what does this really mean and what does the company hope to achieve from its makeover, asks Philippa Nuttall?

Easier access for EU/CH agricultural exports

European and Swiss manufacturers of processed agricultural products can from today sell their products to each other with less expense and hassle than before, writes Philippa Nuttall.

Flavour savings for cracker makers

UK firm TasteTech claims its encapsulation technology could facilitate flavour combinations in savoury biscuits and fast bake crackers.