News briefs: Hershey, Wrigley and Cadbury
Hershey may remove mint packaging that looks like drug pouches; Wrigley's credit rating is improved by analyst; and internet viewer vote the Cadbury gorilla ad the best commercial of 2007.
Archives for December 12, 2007
Wild taps clear fruit-juice trend with Refresher concept
Beverage innovator Wild has come up with a new concept for clear fruit-juice drinks called Refresher, to help manufacturers tap demand for near water, spritzer and water-plus products.
Mars angers activists over animal testing
Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is calling for a boycott of all Mars confectionery products, after the company admitted testing flavanols, a "healthy" chocolate ingredient, on animals.
Manufacturer caps convenience with carton opening
A new one-step-opening cap for both dairy and beverage cartons can offer greater convenience benefits for processors and consumers alike, according to the manufacturer.