Archives for July 12, 2005

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Rotary aseptic filler packages low-acid drinks

With its eye on a market where shelf life and food safety is becoming a major selling point, the National Food Laboratory (NFL) said yesterday it has received regulatory approval for a rotary filler that aseptically packages low-acid drinks.

CSM closes three US production sites

CSM Bakery Supplies North America plans to close three production sites and to restructure a further two facilities, the Dutch ingredients firm announced today.

Kellogg launches wholegrain cereal for growing niche market

A new all wholegrain cereal range was launched in the UK last week by cereal giant Kellogg, targeting the increasing number of consumers turning towards healthier wholegrain products. Yet a Mintel analyst says it is unlikely to be a mainstream...

Asda reorganises as supermarket war heats up

There's more movement in the UK's supermarket battle for supremacy, as Asda announced yesterday it is cutting 200 management jobs and adding about 1,200 store positions as part of a reorganisation.