Flow-wrapper targets self service bakery
Spanish firm Ulma Packaging has increased its foothold in the bakery sector with the launch of new flow-wrapping equipment.
Archives for October 23, 2006
Festive flavours target Christmas crisp consumers
Hand cooked crisp company, Kettle Foods, is the latest snack maker to target the Christmas market ahead of the indulgent festive season.
National Starch announces ingredients price hike
National Starch Food Innovation has announced a price increase in Europe on a range of products including food and texturising starches.
Almonds could suppress appetite, tackle obesity
A handful of almonds, a rich source of flavonoid antioxidants, vitamin E and magnesium, may enhance the feeling of fullness in people and aid weight management, suggests a new study.
France moves to limit wood chips in wine
French wine authorities have laid down plans to ban the controversial use of wood chips in higher quality appellation contrôlée wine, after the practice was approved by the European Commission.
Consumer groups attack move to milk cloned cows
Consumer groups in the US have united against government plans to allow milk and meat from cloned animals into the food chain, highlighting a potential dilemma for dairy firms interested in the technology.