Consolidation shows drinks industry on the defensive
Drinks industry consolidation aptly took on greater importance this week as Diageo announced tough trading conditions in a sign that cost-savings and pricing will be crucial, reports Chris Mercer.
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Greene King heralds UK real ale resurgence
UK brewer Greene King has shown how the right mix of a few flagship brands and ownership of various pub chains can make real ale a good money spinner in Britain, despite diehard opposition, writes Chris Mercer.
Russia sees surge in foreign wine demand
Russian firm Sanserite will import new, Spanish wines aimed solely at Russia as demand for foreign wine increases thanks to rising consumption, higher disposable incomes and a declining domestic wine industry, reports Angela Drujinina.
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Let food be thy medicine
A society that views food as taste-bud entertainment rather than a basic of well-being was always bound to run into health problems. But with obesity now afflicting 300m people, and diabetes set to reach similar numbers within two decades, the...
Sweetener label ruling hits soft drink makers
The FDA has urged the soft drink industry to review the ingredient statements on their soft drink labels following the withdrawal of a proposed "and/or" ruling on sweeteners.
Scientists boost instant coffee supplies?
As coffee prices start to creep up, scientists claim to have developed a method that will overcome the problem of growing instant coffee supplies.