New innovations at IPA reveal current trends
The IPA food processing exhibition in Paris is now into its second last day, and the general impression is that the show has been a success.
Archives for November 25, 2004
Half of US food goes to waste
As the US celebrates Thanksgiving, a new study reveals that almost half the food in the country goes to waste - a statistic that should alarm an industry that is struggling to achieve greater efficiency in order to salvage profits.
New pact may raise Czech organic consumption
A new deal between organic food retailers and farmers may help to bridge the gulf between low organic food consumption and rising levels of organic farming in the Czech Republic and Poland, writes Chris Mercer.
Packaging breakthrough promises to replace foil
A new, technologically advanced heat-sealable metallised OPP film, designed to replace the foil and sealant in traditional paper-polyethylene-foil-polyethylene (PPFP) structures, has been developed.
Signposting healthy foods gets government backing in UK
The use of labels to 'signpost' healthy foods is getting strong support from the UK, as it steps up its public health campaign against obesity and related disease.
Palm oil for the Russian winter
FG Palm Oil has launched a new ingredient at this week's Ingredients Russia show which it claims makes it ideal for producers struggling in Russia's harsh winter - a palm oil with a lower melting point. Angela Drujinina reports.
New can design to Crown 1664's modern image
Crown Holdings, the leading packaging supplier has announced that it will produce a new stylish 50cl aluminum promotional can for Scottish & Newcastle's Kronenbourg 1664 brand.
Snack giants move into Romania
US giants PepsiCo and General Mills have bought their way in to the Romanian snacks market in anticipation of strong growth in the next few years, though analysts warn that growth is far from that of the Czech Republic, the regional market leader, and...