PMMI sparks next-generation packaging pros
A new program is engineered to attract future workers to the food processing and packaging industry.
Archives for August 29, 2013
AkzoNobel to phase out ‘over-capacity’ organic peroxide production
AkzoNobel will phase out its organic peroxide chemical production at Deventer, The Netherlands by 2016, to focus on R&D.
Hummingbird Bakery seeks licensees for branded food products
London’s US-style store chain Hummingbird Bakery is seeking firms interested in making Hummingbird branded ice cream, confectionery, and long shelf-life bakery.
More time-pressed Brits are skipping dinner
Nearly a quarter of British adults skip dinner at least once a week, with many saying that they lack the time to prepare a meal, according to a new report from Canadean Custom Solutions.
Berry Plastics scores hattrick of awards
Berry Plastics Group has scored a hattrick of awards from three of its customers.
NY judge in Frito-Lay lawsuit refuses to refer GMO/natural issue to FDA: ‘Agency would need far more than six months to define ’natural’
In the 2nd major development this week in the debate over whether foods made with GMOs can be labeled ‘natural’, a NY judge handling a multi-district lawsuit vs Frito-Lay says she will not refer the matter to the FDA, as her counterparts have done in...