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augustus 25, 2009
Tate & Lyle Finds that Food & Drink Labels are Prime Real Estate for Manufacturers
Consumers’ secrets are out: When shopping for themselves and their loved ones, they are swayed by what’s prominently displayed on food labels. As U.S. consumers actively embrace healthier lifestyles, Tate &Lyle found that 55 percent of them displa...From the archive

augustus 17, 2009
McCoy’s new Pub Grub range meets growing desire for best of British flavours
To meet the growing trend for strong, British flavours and generate extra sales for retailers, United Biscuits UK, a leading manufacturer of snacks, biscuits and cakes, is launching McCoy’s limited edition Pub Grub range.The range consists of two class...From the archive

augustus 04, 2009
Vakbondsleden bij Avebe bieden alternatief voor crisismaatregel
Vakbondsleden bij Avebe willen wel vijf vakantiedagen inleveren, wanneer de crisismaatregel van de directie van tafel gaat. Het aardappelzetmeelconcern vraagt alle medewerkers om zestien maanden lang wekelijks 2,4 uur meer te werken zonder extra loon. ...From the archive

juli 28, 2009
'Personeel Avebe wil niet méér uren maken voor zelfde loon'
De medewerkers van aardappelzetmeelconcern Avebe willen in overgrote meerderheid niet méér werken voor hetzelfde loon. Dat zegt de FNV, die maandagavond een bijeenkomst heeft gehouden voor vakbondsleden binnen het bedrijf.De directie kwam met het plan,...From the archive

juli 28, 2009
Food Standards Agency launches consultation on reducing saturated fat and added sugar
The Agency is today launching a consultation on its proposals to introduce voluntary recommendations for food manufacturers for reductions in saturated fat and added sugar and increased availability of smaller single-portion sizes in a number of key ...From the archive

juli 28, 2009
Top 10 claims on new product introductions in Europe
Between January 2008 and June 2009, Mintel (Global New Products Database) tracked a total of 88,364 new food and beverage product launches throughout Europe. The most frequent claims made on these are (in descending order):From the archive
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juli 23, 2009
WASH study: Foods in Canada contain more salt than elswhere
A study by the British-based World Action on Salt and Health, or WASH, compared the salt content of 260 food products under global brands such as KFC, McDonald's, Kellogg, Nestlé, Burger King and Subway. Not a single product surveyed had the same sal...From the archive

juli 23, 2009
Sodium Levels at Denny’s Prompt CSPI supported Class Action Lawsuit
Most Denny's meals are dangerously high in sodium, putting the restaurant chain's customers at greater risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke, according to a class action lawsuit filed today by a New Jersey man with the support of the Ce...From the archive

juli 13, 2009
Cooking oil in Taiwan safe after all: no arsenic found in extensive additional testing
In Taiwan, the Department of Health (DOH) Minister Yeh Ching-chuan said a sweeping examination of cooking oil used by 1,580 restaurants and samples from oil producers and importers shows no traces of the toxic heavy metal arsenic.He assured consumers ...From the archive

juli 08, 2009
FDF Recipe for Change: Product innovation continues despite economic downturn
The economic downturn has not created a 'health crunch' when it comes to new product innovation, suggests research conducted for the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) by independent consultancy Mintel's Global New Products Database. Based on its tracki...From the archive

juli 08, 2009
United Biscuits reformulation case study (FDF: Recipe for Change)
“The reformulation of our well loved McVitie's brand was the latest in a long line of projects that have delivered a significant health benefit for consumers – without any compromise on taste” Alice Cadman, Head of Strategic Projects, United Biscuits.From the archive

juli 08, 2009
Pepsico reformulation case study (FDF: Recipe for Change)
“At PepsiCo, our goal is to support healthier lifestyles by providing a range of great-tasting products that are as healthy as possible. We're very proud of the work we've done to transform the nutritional profile of some of the nation's favourite foo...From the archive

juli 07, 2009
Branningans' iconic brown paper bag returns
To tap into the growing consumer trend for nostalgic brands, United Biscuits UK , a leading UK manufacturer of snacks, biscuits and cakes, has redesigned its Brannigans range to generate extra sales. Available now, the new design draws inspiration from...From the archive

juni 30, 2009
Eenderde geimporteerde palmolie EU duurzaam
De hoeveelheid duurzame palmolie die EU-landen importeert, is gegroeid tot meer dan eenderde van het totaal aan palmolie. Dat meldt de Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). De organisatie spreekt van een mijlpaal, te danken aan producenten in Zuid...From the archive

juni 29, 2009
New York City Wages War On Sodium
In New York City, it was a straightforward suggestion that left a lingering aftertaste in many people’s mouths: The city’s Department of Health and Hygiene exhorted restaurants and food manufacturers and the marketers serving them to reduce sodium cont...From the archive

juni 12, 2009
Building a Healthier Savory Snack
Crispy, salty, crunchy … savory snacks are healthier than ever. But what’s next? Manufacturers and ingredient companies are working together to help build the next generation of savory snacks. Making healthier savory snacks is leading to paradigm shi...From the archive

juni 08, 2009
Dallas Group of America promotes Dalsorb oil purifier at Snackex
Whether you fry crisps, chips, nuts, tortillas, or pellets DALSORB® is the smart way to get more mileage from your frying oil. With DALSORB® you maintain consistent oil quality and eliminate the need to ever discard your frying oil. DALSORB® makes it e...From the archive
