Archives for November 25, 2004

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New pact may raise Czech organic consumption

A new deal between organic food retailers and farmers may help to bridge the gulf between low organic food consumption and rising levels of organic farming in the Czech Republic and Poland, writes Chris Mercer.

Palm oil for the Russian winter

FG Palm Oil has launched a new ingredient at this week's Ingredients Russia show which it claims makes it ideal for producers struggling in Russia's harsh winter - a palm oil with a lower melting point. Angela Drujinina reports.

Protected GIs lost in translation, says WTO

Leaked details of a potentially landmark WTO ruling throw into question the EU's right to protect regional product names if they are translated from another language, writes Kim Hunter Gordon.

Health benefits of red tea boosts sales

While green tea has been getting its name around the block, red tea has taken a little longer to become a household name, but its sales are said to be soaring on the back of its purported health benefits.

New can design to Crown 1664's modern image

Crown Holdings, the leading packaging supplier has announced that it will produce a new stylish 50cl aluminum promotional can for Scottish & Newcastle's Kronenbourg 1664 brand.