Dietetic chocolate takes American hit
A dramatic decline in US sales of dietetic chocolate signals the product's popularity is fading.
Archives for January 17, 2006
Italy set for collision with EU over chocolate
Italy is on course for a head-to-head battle with the EU over the definition of pure chocolate.
Signs of hope for troubled Barry Callebaut
Troubled chocolate maker Barry Callebaut has increased sales volumes during its financial first quarter, but the growth has meant a tumble in profit margin.
Amcor to develop flexible, biodegradable packaging
Amcor has teamed up with Plantic Technologies to develop a biodegradable, flexible plastic packaging for confectionary.
'Direct evidence' that cocoa benefits heart health
A team of international researchers claims to have 'direct evidence' for a cocoa flavanol improving blood vessel relaxation.
Tate & Lyle focuses on value-added ingredients
Tate & Lyle's launch of its new Merisorb sorbitol powder and dextrose underlines the firm's increasing focus on value added ingredients.
Food packers get access to design process
Food companies can now get directly involved in designing the plastic packaging for their products, through a special workshop created by Graham Packaging.