Global market research company Mintel has released its food and drink trend predictions for 2016. From food alternatives going mainstream to matching DNA and diets, consumers can expect many innovations in product development and ...
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US divisions of Coca-Cola and Pepsi are both vying for investment in Greek yoghurt producer Chobani. Any investment deal could value Chobani at US$3billion. Reuters say the yoghurt producer is after an investor who can help grow the ...
Birla Carbon has introduced Raven 1185, a surface modified carbon black featuring high jetness and easy dispersion for use in industrial and architectural coatings and premium quality inks. Raven 1185 is also recommended for food contact ...
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Ecolean is expanding its footprint to Japan in a bid to cater to the increasing demand for lightweight and convenient packaging solutions with low environmental impact. As part of the expansion, the company opened a new office in the ...
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US-based food and beverage company PepsiCo is opening its first Quaker Oats factory in China with an investment of CHF200m ($31.25m), in order to expand its nutritional offerings in the Asian country, as carbonated drinks business continues ...
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Nebraska-based food company Con Agra Foods has recalled David Trail Mix Sweet & Salty flavor due to presence of undeclared ingredient – milk protein. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the ingredient was not ...
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US-based food company Kellogg is launching five new flavours of pop tarts in December. The products will be available until Spring 2016. The pop tarts' taste varies widely and comes in flavours such as Chocolatey Caramel, Pink Lemonade ...
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UK-based manufacturer of cold pressed juices Coldpress has entered into five new distribution agreements in order to meet consumer demand for its ‘on the go’ 250ml range and to expand its selection across the nation. ...
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The Wilkins Group is investing over $3m into a brand new state of the art factory on the island of Sri Lanka. The Wilkins Group bought the land overseas back in 2013, and work began on the two-acre site at the back end of last year, with ...
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Emerging Chinese director Song Pengfei could hardly believe that his first try at film directing would turn out to be an immediate success. At Friday night, amid applause and enthusiasm, Song, director of a movie entitled Underground ...
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US-based agricultural and food company Cargill is considering investment in poultry production in the Philippines. The company is still studying the investment structure and the business model, location, and supply chain in the ...
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Canada-based food company Gaston Vachon has recalled its Gaston Vachon Homestyle Meat Sauce because of a possible Clostridium botulinum bacteria contamination. The recall was initiated by ministère de l'Agriculture, des ...
Church's Chicken has relaunched its Chicken Fried Steak platter that will be be available for a limited period. The limited-time meal offer features tender, savory beef, breaded and fried to perfection, plus two of Church's classic sides ...
Happy Family, a premium organic food brand delivering optimal nutrition for babies, toddlers and beyond, has launched the new Happy Mama Prenatal collection. Thoughtfully made with a variety of nourishing ingredients to nurture Mom and ...
Constantia Flexibles has opened a new research and development (R&D) center for polymer films and film laminates for flexible packaging in Germany. The move is in line with the company's multi-million investment for upgrading equipment ...