Energy costs drive National Starch price hike
National Starch's plan to increase the cost of its European starches by up to ten per cent reflects growing industry concern over rocketing energy prices.
Archives for October 27, 2005
Embria to launch organic selenium yeast in EU
Two new companies in the supplements market, one each on either side of the channel, are looking to launch an organic selenium yeast in Europe after gaining derogation from the supplements directive.
Flavor and fragrance sales continue to fall at IFF
International Flavors & Fragrances saw a further drop in sales in its third quarter, as it still struggles to overcome the impact of the sale of one of its businesses last year.
Givaudan taps demand for salt reduction
Givaudan Flavours' new proprietary salt reduction system aims to help food makers develop lower salt alternatives without sacrificing flavour.
UK fish study backs up health claims
A UK survey of contaminant levels in fish and fish oils should help back up health claims and ease fears over the safety of consuming fish-based products.
Banks gunning for Parmalat's disintegration
The strategy of Enrico Bondi, the administrator behind the re-emergence of disgraced Italian dairy giant Parmalat, is in danger of unraveling.