Archives for August 2, 2006

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Suedzucker predicts growth in sugar revenues

By  Anthony Fletcher

European sugar giant Suedzucker expects a revenue increase of 5 per cent in 2006 / 07, underlining the group's confidence in the future of the EU sugar sector.

Danisco performance impacted by 'eventful' year

By  Anthony Fletcher

Danisco's takeover of Genencor International, the EU sugar reform and rising raw material prices feature prominently in the group's recently published annual report.

Pigeon pea could boost pasta's sensory & nutritional content

By  staff reporter

Adding flour from pigeon peas, one of the world's oldest food crops, could lead to nutritionally enhanced pasta, with quicker cooking times, as well as boosting flavour, according to a joint Spanish-Venezuelan study.

Baby-boomers may benefit most from flavanol-rich cocoa

By  Stephen Daniells

The heart health of the baby-boom generation could benefit from flavanol-rich cocoa, reports a study co-funded by Mars, but independent experts warn against confusion with commercial chocolate snacks.