United Biscuits bid: Kellogg strong contender
A trade buyer looks set to acquire United Biscuits (UB) if a sale is decided upon, with Kellogg a strong contender among three core bidders, according to an industry expert.
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Patent Watch
Nestlé develops inkjet printing using only ‘kitchen cupboard’ ingredients
Nestlé’s R&D arm Nestec has filed a patent for inkjet printing on panned confections such as Smarties chocolate and biscuits using only ingredients it claims consumers would be familiar with.
United Biscuits to axe 157 jobs amid sales speculation
UK firm United Biscuits plans to cut up to 157 jobs at its Manchester plant as rumors of a potential sale to Ülker, Kellogg or Burton’s mount.
EFSA takes 'e' path to cut red tape for health claims and more
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has introduced an ‘e-service’ to speed applications for health claims and food and feed additives.
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Polish polyphenol study identifies coffee, tea and chocolate as top contributors
A population-level analysis of polyphenol intakes in Poland has revealed that coffee, tea and chocolate contribute around 75% of the polyphenols consumed in the country.