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Chevler accesses ‘unique’ greaseproof paper method with Lovely acquisition

UK bakery packaging firm Chevler has acquired Welsh-based greaseproof paper printer Lovely Packaging for an undisclosed sum.

Bread brands can seize upon changing UK breakfast habits - Mintel

Bread manufacturers can take advantage of changing breakfast habits among young consumers in the UK by expanding portfolios to include sweet baked goods, according to an analyst.

Mexican sugar shortage could lead to price hike unless USDA acts – analyst

Global sugar prices could rise following a shortage in Mexican production unless the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) allows additional imports, according to the Jenkins Sugar Group.

Zetar establishes French subsidiary

UK-based confectionery and snacks firm Zetar has established a French subsidiary to leverage its position in continental Europe.

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Irish Dairy Board strengthens global vision with new multi-million loan from DairyReporter.com

The Irish Dairy Board (IDB) has released details of a new €350m banking facility that it says will provide members with extra ammunition to pursue domestic and international growth.

Pathogen testing acquisition will cut result time by hours – Life Technologies from FoodQualityNews.com

The acquisition of Matrix MicroScience will significantly reduce testing time and costs through the combination of complementary foodborne pathogen testing equipment, Life Technologies has claimed.

Princes invests in new tomato processing business from FoodNavigator.com

Princes is to become part-owner of its first tomato processing plant in a move expected to bring closer links with growers and suppliers.

Abbott forecasts strong growth for nutritionals business in 2012 from NutraIngredients-USA.com

Chicago-based healthcare giant Abbott has regained all of the market share it lost following its 2010 recall of Similac infant formula products and says its nutritionals business is set to grow in the high single digits in 2012.