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Two pioneers in the food industry – sustainability metrics developer, Bluehorse Associates, and US fair trade market leader, Equal Exchange
New product activity levels in the pizza market have remained relatively consistent over the past few years, despite ongoing consolidation
Following Marel’s recent acquisition of the mixing and grinding activities of Carnitech A/S, Marel GB will now provide, in the
Kerry Group, the global ingredients, flavours and consumer foods producer, is sustaining the strong business development and growth momentum achieved
Cargill has reported new earnings of $2.31 billion for its 2013 fiscal year, nearly double the $1.17 billion realized in
Latest research from the National Consumer Agency on grocery shopping habits in Ireland shows that consumers are spreading their shopping
Allied Bakeries has announced that it is officially the number two bakery manufacturer in the UK (Nielsen, Value and Unit
Ardagh Group has produced a new lighter weight 660mL bottle for Innis & Gunn’s Original and Rum Finish
Michael Clarke, the former chief executive of Premier Foods, is reported to have joined international private equity group Kohlberg Kravis
Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has written to UK Prime Minister David Cameron urging him to finally put a stop
Although group sales increased by 3.4% to £362 million for the first half ended 29 June 2013, like-for-like own shop
Chinese authorities have temporarily suspended importation of whey powder and dairy base powder (a whey based dairy ingredient used in
Bernard Matthews, Britain’s leading turkey producer, has announced a brand refresh. Supported by a multi-media campaign that will cover national
UK fresh milk processor Müller Wiseman Dairies has confirmed that it is to wind down its depot operations at Keith
Leading vacuum and low pressure pump specialist Busch (UK) Limited has helped to reduce noise levels for one of the
Brussels, Belgium, 08 August, 2013 – Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile
Investment group Investcorp has agreed to acquire Tyrrells Potato Crisps, the UK manufacturer of premium crisps and snacks, from private equity
Once a basic burger and chips was sufficient to satisfy the appetite of British diners, but new research from Mintel
ReadSoft UK, a specialist in global document and back office automation, has successfully completed four process automation projects to
Continuous cooking with advanced equipment offers smaller and medium-size bakers consistency of quality plus increased efficiency all in a small
Manchester United Football Club and PepsiCo have announced a multi-year regional sponsorship agreement in Asia-Pacific. Under terms of the agreement,
The board of Dairy UK has appointed Dr Judith Bryans as the new chief executive of the organisation. Dr Bryans
Italian dairy group Parmalat, which is part of France-based Lactalis, has acquired Brazilian company Balkis Industria e Comercio de Laticinios
Diageo has posted a 5% growth in net sales to £11.4 billion for the year ended 30 June 2013 with
Dawn Meats, one of Europe’s leading meat processors, has had its hard work in achieving an ISO 14001 certification for
Nestlé is introducing its premium-portioned capsule tea system Special.T to consumers outside Europe for the first time with the launch
Trade agreements which have just come into force will provide a further boost to the growing market for Scotch whisky
The UK breakfast cereals industry grew by 3.4% in value terms in 2012, according to ‘Breakfast Cereals’, a new market
With its one billion litre fresh milk processing facility at its Aylesbury Dairy nearing completion, Arla Foods UK plans to
Design agency Totality GCS will produce around 4000 final product packaging mock-ups for supermarket retailer Morrisons this year The project
Rabobank Anticipates Higher Than Expected EU Cap on Biodiesel and Increased Opportunities For Growth
The current debates in the European Union (EU) on biofuel policy continue to generate rumour and speculation, causing considerable uncertainty
Danone has increased sales by 6% to €11.06 billion in the first half of 2013, reflecting a 3.5% growth in
DUBLIN, Ireland] – The International Craft Brewing and Distilling Convention inspired hearts and minds with an impressive craft brewing and
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 543/2011 (1) provides general and specific marketing standards for all fresh fruit and vegetables (FFV). Commission
Packaging incorporating natural biopolymers can improve the mechanical and barrier properties of starch-based films, according to a study. Results showed
Designed by Supperstudio, Spain Eroski Cooking is an innovative project; a new method of cooking in three steps. First, choose
Designed by Atipus, Spain. Traditionally, in November, coinciding with the celebration of the slaughtering of the pig, the ‘Vi Novell’
The markets in soft drinks and fruit juices are subject to constant change, because consumers are always yearning for new
In 2013 the world beer market is set to exceed 2 billion hectoliters for the first time ever. Beer is
The National Health and Family Planning Commission of People’s Republic of China (NHFPC) approved and released a new food packaging
Premium organic juice company Vital Juice is debuting a line of cold-pressed, organic juices. Each bottle uses 100% organic, non-GMO
Galaxy is launching a new packaging design following the reintroduction of its classic strap-line Why have cotton when you can
Cadbury Dairy Milk is adding to the sharing bags category with the launch of Cadbury Dairy Milk Pebbles in August.
As the warm weather continues, consumers across the UK are flocking in droves to pubs and restaurants to enjoy the sun.
Ebro, the Spanish a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors, has posted a net profit
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has published research into the impact of the horse meat contamination issue on
Ocean Spray has added three new blends of fruit juice made with citrus: citrus tangerine orange, citrus mango pineapple and
Krispy Kreme’s Glazed Strawberry Kreme Pie and Strawberry Juniors are available for a limited time only at participating mass merchants,
Following its acquisition of the Cascade non-alcoholic drinks brand in Australia last July, Coca-Cola has revamped the brand, with the
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