Archives for May 1, 2005

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Coca-Cola to test citrus flavours for new drinks

Opportunities are flourishing for flavour suppliers targeting health-positioned drinks as number one soft drinks firm Coca-Cola says it will push R&D investment in health positioned products.

GM rice: China to supply?

While acceptance of genetically modified ingredients remains divided across the globe, recent field trials in China suggest GM rice could reduce health problems and increase yields in the burgeoning Chinese market.

Med diet lowers risk markers for heart disease

Health benefits of the Mediterranean diet continue to gain credence with yet another study showing a diet rich in fruit, vegetables and olive oil could reduce the risk of heart disease.

Private equity buys Chr Hansen

Ending months of speculation, the food ingredients arm of Chr Hansen has a new owner: not a fellow industry player but food acquisitive private equity firm PAI partners, reports Lindsey Partos.

New network expands RFID's scope of traceability

A port operator and an RFID supplier are building an RFID-based network to track and manage containerised ocean cargo, a move that could save companies billions and guarantee supply chain safety, writes Anthony Fletcher.