New Cargill wheat gluten plant increases Russian presence
Cargill is to open a major wheat gluten production facility in Russia as part of a previously announced $60 million investment in wheat processing.
Archives for April 6, 2006
Sweetener preference based on lack of bitterness, says study
The most important factor in determining what kind of sweeteners people prefer is the level of bitterness of the compound, according to a new study on taste perception.
New labelling guidance taps growing vegetarian demand
New UK guidance on food labelling for vegans and vegetarians builds on growing consumer demand for non-meat ingredients.
Soy suppliers accused of rainforest destruction
McDonald's and a handful of major food ingredient suppliers have been implicated by a leading environmental campaigner in the destruction of the Amazon rainforest.
Human aspartame study finds no cancer link
A human observational study has revealed that adults consuming aspartame-containing beverages did not show any increased incidence of certain cancers, but scientists caution that the study could have certain "limitations" due to the research methods used.
Cognis positive over sterols, but mulls overall options
Cognis is counting on phytosterols and branded ingredients like Tonalin CLA to drive its nutrition and health business unit, while at the same time investigating strategic options for the company as a whole
UK supermarket competition hots up
With Sainsburys muscling in on Asda's precarious number two spot - and other competitors strengthening their positions - Britain's food retail market is set for a cut-throat year.
Givaudan post strong first quarter results
Swiss flavour giant Givaudan recorded sales of CHF 754.1 million in the first quarter of 2006, driven in part by double-digit flavour growth in Latin America.