Frutarom taps emerging European flavour markets
Frutarom's recent acquisition of a savoury flavours firm with interests in Eastern Europe suggests it has further market expansion in its sights.
Archives for January 18, 2006
Scientists find genes to make fish fatter
Scientists have discovered new genes in rainbow trout that may lead to a fleshier fish for the food industry.
Speculation mounts over sale of Chinese retailer
Foreign retailers eyeing China may be tempted by the alleged sale of Trust-mart, the country's largest foreign-owned retailer, but with a $2 billion price tag only global leaders need apply.
A decade on: is GM winning hearts and minds?
It is ten years since the first large-scale planting of genetically modified (GM) crops. Food Navigator looks at both sides of the argument to assess the future of the technology and its implications for the European food industry.
Ajinomoto sees ingredient opportunities in China
Ajinomoto's joint venture agreement with Knorr Foods and three Chinese firms is the company's latest forage into one of the fastest growing markets in the world.
Kellogg to face lawsuit over 'junk food' ads to kids
Cereal giant Kellogg and media conglomerate Viacom are to face a lawsuit because of their marketing of 'junk food' to children, it emerged today.
Report predicts solid edible oil production
A recent commodity report focusing on edible oil and soy production suggests that India's vegetable oil industry is not happy, while global oilseed production could reach new heights.
Sensor sniffs gases on meat to determine freshness
Russian scientists say they have developed a sensor that "smells" a meat's gases to determine if it is fresh and how long it has been kept in storage.
Golden Wonder's January sale
Following last week's collapse of British snack maker Golden Wonder, more than 60 prospective buyers have approached the administrators hoping to acquire the rights to some of Britain's most well known crisp brands.
Arla launches Mini30 milk in battle for Danish dairy
The dairy group's new, lower calorie milk technology may help it re-gain ground on its home Danish milk market, after dropping almost 10 per cent in market share and losing another supply contract to a smaller rival.
Heinz sells unwanted HP brands
Iconic food manufacturer Heinz is selling several recently-acquired HP brands in a move welcomed by the UK's Competition Committee (CC).