Archives for October 10, 2007

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Sara Lee steps up sustainable coffee sourcing

By  Neil Merrett

Sara Lee is to double the amount of sustainable coffee used in its brands to 20,000 tonnes, a move the company says will make it the market leader in the category.

Chr Hansen boosts kids' probiotics efforts

By  Lorraine Heller

Chr Hansen has introduced a new probiotic mix for children, which the firm is marketing in an easy-to-use format that can be added directly to foods and drinks as a dietary supplement.

Tesco joins food processors in piloting carbon mapping

By  Ahmed ElAmin

UK-based Tesco said today it would map out the carbon dioxide output involved in getting 30 products to the shelves, a bid to develop international labelling standards rating products according to their impact on climate change.

Cognis makes lauric acid-free whipping agent for snacks

By  staff reporter

Cognis has developed a new whipping agent under its Lamequick brand using vegetable oils that are free from lauric acid, thus avoiding the soapy taste that can result from interactions with herbs and spices.