Polymer demand falls for food packaging
Demand for polymer in food packaging fell in Europe in 2008, according to the latest report from UK-based Applied Market Information (AMI), with trade groups citing pricing as a core issue.
Archives for September 6, 2009
China to lead global rise in containerboard demand
Global demand for containerboard is forecast to rise over the next 15 years with Chinese consumption, expected to increase by nearly 7 per cent, leading the growth, according to a new report from RISI; the organization dedicated to providing information...
Crop forecast promises good walnut supply
Walnut users and growers are preparing to celebrate a good harvest, according to the California Walnut Commission (CWC), following the release of promising USDA crop estimates.
Tapioca ingredient tweaked for lower fat pastry
Ulrick & Short is launching an adapted version of its Delyte F fat replacer for tapioca to reduce the fat content in both sweet and savoury shortcrust pastry.
Kraft Foods launches Cadbury takeover bid
Kraft Foods has confirmed it has had an initial takeover bid for Cadbury rejected but said it intends to work towards a deal that would create a $50bn food industry powerhouse.
New freezer boosts food processing hygiene
Improved standards of hygiene for food processors and more reliable data on freezer operating performance are claimed for engineering company Linde’s new range of cryogenic freezers.