Argentina suspends beef exports
Processors who import their beef from Argentina are scrambling for another source of supply as the country's president announced the suspension of trade in the commodity for the next six months.
Archives for March 13, 2006
Tesco functional cereal bars fortify healthcare shelves
UK company Multiple Marketing has developed a new range of functional cereal bars in an attempt to cash in on the increasing demand for nutritionally beneficial and innovative wellness products that deliver functional health benefits.
Commission reopens debate on new labelling legislation
The European Commission has reopened debate on harmonising and increasing legislation on food labelling across the bloc, a move that could potentially lead to greater costs for businesses.
Container features snap-off, reclosable cap
A plastic container for potato granules features a snap-off, re-closable cap, eliminating the need for a can opener.
Tate and Lyle targets snack makers with new crispy coating
Tate & Lyle's US food ingredients team has developed a new crunchy snack coating for products including fruits and nuts, which claims to produce snacks that are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.