Archives for July 26, 2007

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Debt concerns hamper Cadbury sale

By  Neil Merrett

The sale of Cadbury Schweppes' US beverage division has been setback by unfavorable market conditions that could undervalue the operations, the company said today.

Mars to increase presence in Russia?

By  Charlotte Eyre

US chocolate manufacturer Mars is set to open a new factory in Russia, according to local paper the Kommersant Daily.

Kraft loses copyright case

By  Charlotte Eyre

Food giant Kraft has lost against Euro-Excellence in a court case in Canada over the use of animal pictures on chocolate wrapping.

Expert comment

Nitrite free: Where does the truth end?

Cured meat products are appearing on the market as 'naturally cured', 'no nitrite added', 'without added nitrite' or even 'nitrite free' to promote a health image to consumers. Industry expert Gerhard Feiner believes such statements can be misleading.