Godiva sweetens Campbell sales
Godiva chocolates have proved sweet for the Campbell Soup Company as the food group noted a significant increase in sales this year - pointing to increased demand for luxury confectionery.
Archives for September 13, 2006
Cadbury's tax win signals opportunity for multinationals
An EU court ruling in favour of Cadbury opens the door for multinationals to shop around the bloc for the lowest tax rates.
Stork to acquire meat equipment maker
Stork Food Systems plans to acquire a processing machine maker in France, part of the company's bid to become a bigger supplier to the meat industry.
Whole grains linked to blood pressure reduction, small study
A small study into the effects of soluble and insoluble fibre on blood pressure indicates that individuals with slightly high cholesterol levels may benefit from including plenty of whole grains in their diets.
'Green' consumers push for organic cocoa
The burgeoning organic chocolate market is taking off thanks to an increase in ethical consumerism and the willingness of confectionery makers worldwide to exploit the trend.
Soya beverages evolve to reach mainstream market
Soya beverage makers are using more subtle marketing of their key ingredient and merging with more traditional segments like juice and dairy in a bid to bring their products into the mainstream, according to industry experts.
Barbeque pouch targets convenience market
Processors now have a means of putting a barbeque in a bag.
Early winter for Warburtons
British bread maker Warburtons is getting the jump on competitors by targeting the Christmas market early with a new range of winter loaves.
New Brazilian açai factory set to boost supplies to US market
Leading açai berry supplier Sambazon has completed the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Brazil, a move that is set to significantly increase the volumes of the berry brought into the US.