Man jailed for smuggling cigarettes hidden under baguettes
A lorry driver has been jailed after being caught smuggling cigarettes into the UK hidden under half-baked mouldy baguettes.
Archives for December 13, 2016
South African fats and oils firms under spotlight in cartel probe
Five of South Africa’s top companies involved in the margarine, edible oils and baking fats industry have been accused of price fixing.
Norwegian food industry agrees to aid government in promoting healthy food
A coalition of major food industry bodies have made a pact with the Norwegian government to help improve public health by reducing high fat, sugary and salty foods (HFFS).
General Mills likely to be overtaken by 3G, analysts speculate
Brazilian multibillion-dollar investment firm, 3G Capital, is likely to target General Mills for its next acquisition move, after it helped Heinz take over Kraft Foods for $40bn alongside Warren Buffett-owned Berkshire Hathaway last year.
Pre-gelatinized flours boost bakeries’ clean label credentials
Kröner-Stärke (KS) has developed a range of pre-gelatinized flours and starches for the baked goods market that it claims will give professional bread manufacturers the edge on their competition.