Fiber products must emphasize benefits, says report
Fiber sells if intake is linked to benefits such as energy management, weight management and digestive health in popular foods such as bread, cereal and pasta, claims a new report.
Archives for October 4, 2005
Air cargo data boosts industry's performance
A decision by Cargo 2000 members to publish more data on their individual performances will help food processors better determine how good of a service they are getting in exporting their products by air.
Walkers to open new snack factory in UK
Crisp and snack company Walkers is to open a new UK plant in Skelmersdale. The plant will produce Walkers snack products and will take over some of the production from the soon to close Swansea factory, the company has said.
French firm claims new extraction process cuts costs for semi-refined carrageenan
French carrageenan producer Selt Marine spears blossoming semi-refined market with a new extraction process.
RFID: Ready for takeoff?
New global standards, better data tracking and cuts in prices for radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and inlays has put the magic takeoff level for the technology within reach for food processors, according to analysts.
Low-carb bar company buys Altu brand
UK functional food developer Provexis has sold its healthy bars line to a new company catering to consumers trying to cut down on carbs.
Nestlé scientists apply modern physics to new food designs
Knowledge gained from modern physics will help food scientists construct the rational design of complex food materials for new food products, say Nestle scientists.
Sara Lee to sell European apparel business, focus on food
Leading US bakery and international consumer goods manufacturer Sara Lee has announced that it has entered negotiations regarding the sale of its European branded apparel business. The move forms part of the company's bid to redefine its...