Archives for May 13, 2009

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Stevia World puts stevia on the map as sugar replacer

By Jess Halliday

Speakers at the first day of Stevia World have focused on the potential of stevia sweeteners as mainstream sugar replacers, as well as their role in tackling surging rates of diet related ill health, such as diabetes.

Latin America’s appeal for food companies

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Latin America presents growing opportunities for investment for food manufacturers, even as the economic crisis takes its toll on American and European markets, according to a new market report.

Raisio sells margarine business to Bunge for €80m

By Jess Halliday

Raisio is to sell its margarine portfolio to Bunge, a move that will allow it to focus on its grain business and give it a powerful new partner for its Benecol plant stanols brand.

Finding inspiration from bread tastes past

Puratos’ CEO talks about consumers’ tastes for bread and patisserie – past and present – and how to ensure the skills needed to work with ingredients are available in every global market.