Archives for August 2, 2012

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Ralcorp set to fork out $22m on consolidation

By Kacey Culliney

Diversified private-brand specialist Ralcorp Holdings has announced it will consolidate its cereal, pasta, snacks and sauces businesses at a price of $17m-$22m in a bid to improve efficiency, slash costs and drive business forward.

Butter flavouring linked to Alzheimer's disease

By Nathan Gray

An artificial food flavoring compound used for its butter-like taste and mouthfeel may be linked with key processes in the development of Alzheimer's disease, according to new research.

Kraft boosts profits 5% in Q2, reaffirms outlook

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Kraft Foods reported a 5.4% rise in second quarter net profit, more than offsetting higher raw material costs and adverse effects of currency exchange rates, the company said on Thursday.

Bakers oppose FDA research into labeling of added sugars

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The American Bakers Association has submitted comments to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opposing a research proposal to examine how consumers might perceive labeling of added sugars on nutrition labels.

Snacks: Kellogg’s Q2 cereal killer?

By Kacey Culliney

As Kellogg posted its Q2 results, the spotlight was on its snacks dedication with key brands soaring as cereal sales dipped slightly.