Investment in organic growth is more valuable than acquisitions that hold challenges of merging cultures and adjusting knowledge, according to the CEO of Puratos.
Faster throughput and shorter changeover runs for food and beverage manufacturers are some of the benefits of more than US$1m being invested in its fabrication technology, according to Nercon.
A ‘claim free’ trend may be set to emerge, with consumers becoming blind to complicated labels and pack assertions they may clamour for simple, natural ingredients they can understand without explanation.
A new report from Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) has praised packaging manufacturers for taking a more active role in sustainable packaging discussions since 2010, and investing more therein.
National Starch Food Innovation Europe has extended the use of its Sustaingrain wholegrain barley and N-Dulge FR tapioca dextrin and starch solution to deliver reduced fat, lower cost shortcrust pastries.
Industry is focussing on current rather than new vendors and rebuilt packaging machinery, according to a report from the Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute (PMMI).
Australian food firm Goodman Fielder is fusing its bakery business with three site closures as part of a strategic reorganisation of its business to reduce costs and improve efficiency amid struggling sales.
UK consumers aged between 16-24 have the biggest appetite for traditional British biscuits such as Custard Cream and Bourbon, according to a survey from Mintel.
Almonds have been the most popular ingredient nut in new products for six years running, and have seen a surge in popularity with cereal makers over the past year, according to new data released by the Almond Board of California.
The European Union is funding a raft of projects aimed at boosting energy and resource efficiency in the food and drinks sectors as it seeks to make good on its pledge to promote sustainability in industry.
Cereal and snack bar products containing superfoods such as chia, quinoa and spelt are expected to perform well in the global market, according to analysts at Datamonitor.
Neither enzymes, starches, hydrocolloids or sourdough can be used alone to replace gluten to improve the quality of gluten-free breads, according to a recent study review.
Covertech Fabricating has bought Seville Packaging in a move that will “increase operational efficiency” and provide a “bigger footprint in the industry.”
The Kellogg Company is pushing its updated research compendium spanning scientific research that plugs the health benefits of cereals as a breakfast choice.
Hungarian start-up Fitorex has a patented sprouted soybean paste that enables gluten-free, high protein and low carb bakery formulation; a market gap with high demands, it said.
Italian firm Barilla Holding has announced its intentions to sell German private label bakery business Lieken in order to focus on branded bakery and growth in its pasta, sauces and ready meals businesses.
The SPI (The Plastics Industry Trade Association) has welcomed legislation put forward in the Senate this month that will make it easier for US companies to do business with Russia.
Global flavours house Synergy is launching street food inspired natural seasoning blends for snack foods, building on growing demand for such flavours from the food industry and consumers.
No decision on whether to introduce legislation to combat the potential threat from mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH) in food and packaging will be made before 2014, said the European Commission (EC) today.
Israel's bakery firm GreenLite is taking its gluten free products to the European market for the first time later this year, premiering at trade show Sial.
Enzyme specialist Novozymes has developed a new bacteria-derived xylanase that it says is a predictable, cost-effective single-use product for baked goods that holds all the benefits achieved when traditionally using blends.
United Biscuits (UB) has partnered with recycling firm TerraCycle UK to introduce a scheme allowing consumers to post used biscuit wrappers to be recycled into every day goods such as waste bins and watering cans.
General Mills has said it opposes a proposed Minnesota State ban on same-sex marriage, saying that the measure is not in the best interests of its employees or the state economy.
US Halal specialist American Halal has launched a new chickpea snacks line under its Saffron Road brand that it says holds appeal to the ‘natural foods’ consumer as well as Muslims.
Confectionery and bakery technology supplier Baker Perkins has opened its first sales office in South America in order to tap into potential in the market and to be closer to its customers
Dehydration equipment company EnWave has predicted its agreement to buy a majority share in machining experts Hans Binder Maschinenbau GmbH will increase brand owner confidence in its technology.
Barely a week goes by without another food company being challenged in court over its use of the word ‘natural’ – and it’s just a matter of time before the claim loses its front-and-center on-pack appeal.
Sonoco has announced the commercial availability of its radial crush tester aimed at preventing failures during the winding process and optimises tube design.
Starbucks' shift into the consumer packaged goods (CPG) space with French brand La Boulange won't happen for a considerable time and when it does it will face stifling competition, according to an analyst.
Proposals to introduce plain packaging for tobacco products in the UK could open the door to extend the initiative to a raft of food and drink products - a move that would hit both packaging suppliers and brand owners, according to a coalition of companies.
Spartech Corporation’s food packaging sales volume fell for the three months up to 5 May compared to last year contributing to an operating loss of US$1.3m (€1m) in the segment.
US ingredients firm Glanbia Nutritionals has added a new flax-based guar gum replacer to its hydrocolloid range that will save bakery manufacturers up to 40% on costs amid continued soaring guar prices.
The Snack Food Association and other industry bodies have urged the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to communicate in writing the deadlines for enforcement of new provisions in the Food Safety Modernization Act.
Saturated milk fats commonly found in Western processed foods could be leading to changes in the gut ecosystem that result in higher risks of inflammatory bowel diseases, warn researchers.
AEP Industries has reported a Q2 net sales increase of almost US$50m (€40m) and a profit rise of $13.3m from the same period last year despite a “high degree of economic pessimism in our markets.”
A US organic waste recycling centre will provide food processors with an alternative to current waste disposal methods by collecting and converting it into renewable gas.
Navy and pinto beans are the best suited when making pita breads with pulse flours in place of wheat but substitution must be minimised to 25% if quality is to be maintained, according to new research.
