French snacking nuts set for slump
Although still currently strong, the French nut market is due a downturn unless manufacturers invest in significant innovation, judging from a new report from the US Department of Agriculture.
Archives for February 8, 2007
FreshCan finds first Euro use in creatine drink
A can system developed by Ball Packaging Europe to protect sensitive ingredients for use in beverages has found its first use in Europe in a German creatine drink, and could help spur development of new sports and wellness products.
China to lead Unilever's Asia Pacific ambitions
Unilever, the world's second largest food company, is to increase its focus on its Chinese operations to allow the country to meet its potential as a market leader in the Asia Pacific food industry.
Overmolded RFID withstands extreme processing
A new radio frequence identification (RFID) tag is designed to withstand extreme processing environments where line-of-sight detection is unsuitable, the company claims.
Biscuit baker gets cash boost
The leading French private label sweet biscuit maker, Biscuits Poult, has received a €12.5m boost from buyout fund firm European capital as the firm invests in the company's standing in the domestic bakery market.