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Kellogg's new R&D facilities in the Belgium are at the

Kellogg: Belgian R&D facility to strengthen EU ties

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

Kellogg's says its new food science research and development facility in the Leuven Bio-Incubator in the Belgium will drive the company forward in terms of innovation and strengthen its existing ties with the European market.

Premier Foods loses out to Allied Bakeries at Tesco Express stores

Another blow: Tesco Express stores drop Hovis breads

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

This week brings another blow for Hovis as Tesco drops two of its bread brands from its express stores in favor of Kingsmill, so what does the future hold for this 125 year old bakery brand?

China's shift in population and economy signals big opportunities for snack companies

China's snack market promise

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

The Chinese snack market is growing rapidly, says Canadean market research firm with cakes, pastries and sweet pies performing particularly well - but multinationals need to observe local customs.

New range of Cheddar flavouring solutions

Cheddar flavour with kick

By Lorraine Mullaney

Identifying a growing demand for authentic mature Cheddar taste and aroma profiles led Synergy to develop a range of Cheddar flavour solutions that offer performance advantages over block cheese.

Bye said even in the firm's Northern heartlands there was a massive distribution to be won on the brand

Full-scale turnaround for Seabrook crisps

By Gary Scattergood

Former Vimto boss Jonathan Bye has halted Bradford-based Seabrook Crisps' decline and set the firm on a new course, reports Gary Scattergood

Many dinner-skippers say they snack late at night instead of eating a main evening meal

More time-pressed Brits are skipping dinner

By Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS

Nearly a quarter of British adults skip dinner at least once a week, with many saying that they lack the time to prepare a meal, according to a new report from Canadean Custom Solutions.

Food2053 will bring leaders from across the food supply chain to talk about the industry's future.

Future of the food industry at stake

By Jenni Spinner

A future-looking conference calls upon leaders from every aspect of the food supply chain to tackle issues with long-term impact on the industry.

Burton’s Biscuits on sale for $543m

Burton’s Biscuits on sale for $543m

The UK second largest biscuit company Burton’s Biscuits has been put up for sale by its private equity owners and could command a £350m ($543m) price tag.

Multisorb's FreshMax Self-Adhesive Oxygen Absorber

Multisorb oxygen absorber takes gold

By Jenny EAGLE

Multisorb Technologies has won a gold award for its FreshMax Self-Adhesive Oxygen Absorber ahead of Polagra Food’s International Trade Fair for Food.

Food Chain Europe is looking to help food firms with front-of-pack nutrition info.

How's your label looking?

By Jenni Spinner

An advice organization is launching a service to help processing firms and retailers put better information on the front of packaging.

Cassava starch production is a growing industry in Thailand

Starch plant converts leftover cassava pulp into biogas

By Jenny EAGLE

CST Wastewater Solutions has partnered with Global Water Engineering (GWE) to install a RAPTOR (RAPid Transformation of Organic Residues) anaerobic wastewater technology at Chok Chai Starch plant in Thailand.

Cronut success spurs flurry of trademark claims

Cronut trademark scramble

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

Hot new trend? Not so new, says an Ohio baker who claims to have been making doughnut-croissant hybrids since 1991.

September has been declared the month of sourdough, so what's all the fuss about?

What makes sourdough any more "real" than other breads?

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

September is set to be the month of sourdough in the UK, with The Real Bread Campaign gearing up for Britain’s first national celebration of the bread. But what makes this bread any more "real", anyway? 

Citres has partnered with RPC to produce PP jars

Citres to replace tinplate with PP jars

By Jenny EAGLE

With a focus on turnover in Northern Europe, Citres has partnered with RPC to produce polypropylene jars (PP) jars for its pesto, sauces, olives and vegetables.

Are we too busy to eat breakfast?

No time for breakfast: Convenience is king

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

A new survey has revealed that far from enjoying a traditional full English each morning, many Brits are skipping breakfast because they say they do not have enough time.

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