Archives for August 28, 2012

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Glanbia signs Dairy Ingredients Ireland JV agreement

By Mark Astley

Irish dairy giant Glanbia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Glanbia Co-operative Society Limited to enter into a joint venture in respect of its Dairy Ingredients Ireland (DII) business.

Food industry advertising spat deepens

By Rod Addy

The Children’s Food Campaign (CFC) has stepped up its assault on food industry advertising, vowing to press on with complaints against Nestlé after winning a challenge against UK confectionery firm Swizzels Matlow.

Cherkizovo reports strong H2 sales

By Carina Perkins

Russian processor Cherkizovo Group has reported strong performance in the first half of 2012, driven by big increases in pork and poultry sales.

Antibiotics threaten charcuterie safety

By Carina Perkins

Antibiotic residues in pork could reduce the effectiveness of bacteria used to make fermented sausages safe to eat, according to a new study.

Mixed progress for Unilever since 2007 - analyst

By Rod Addy

Unilever has shown mixed progress over the past five years, according to Andrew Wood, senior research analyst for food and home & personal care products at Sanford C Bernstein, based on its predictions for the company made in 2007.

Stern-Wywiol Gruppe targets Asia

By Rod Addy

Stern-Wywiol Gruppe is targeting the Asian market with a range of new applications for flour treatment and fortification as well as other existing ranges.