Stork to acquire meat equipment maker
Stork Food Systems plans to acquire a processing machine maker in France, part of the company's bid to become a bigger supplier to the meat industry.
Archives for September 13, 2006
New French wine appellations unhelpful, say critics
French wine authorities have been criticised for creating three more appellation contrôlée wine areas at a time when France is trying to simplify its wine offering to consumers.
Whole grains linked to blood pressure reduction, small study
A small study into the effects of soluble and insoluble fibre on blood pressure indicates that individuals with slightly high cholesterol levels may benefit from including plenty of whole grains in their diets.
Early winter for Warburtons
British bread maker Warburtons is getting the jump on competitors by targeting the Christmas market early with a new range of winter loaves.
Canada pushing forward with traceability
Canada's government is offering US$1.5m in financial help to the country's struggling meat sector in a bid get traceability programs on track.
New Brazilian açai factory set to boost supplies to US market
Leading açai berry supplier Sambazon has completed the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Brazil, a move that is set to significantly increase the volumes of the berry brought into the US.
Soya beverages evolve to reach mainstream market
Soya beverage makers are using more subtle marketing of their key ingredient and merging with more traditional segments like juice and dairy in a bid to bring their products into the mainstream, according to industry experts.
Barbeque pouch targets convenience market
Processors now have a means of putting a barbeque in a bag.