Del Monte uses packaging against commodification
Del Monte is to package fresh produce in containers made from the corn-based plastic NatureWorks PL, a move that is designed to portray fruit as a processed product rather than just a commodity.
Archives for October 24, 2004
WTO predicts oil increases to dampen 2005 trade growth
Price increases for oil and other commodities are likely to dampen growth in trade and overall output in 2005, according to World Trade Organisation statistics.
Functional food for a beautiful face
Foods offering consumers a quick-fix way to look fit and healthy are on the rise in the US market, with bakery and cereals set to remain at the heart of this trend for at least the next four years, reports Chris Mercer.
Food production a key issue, according to EU survey
A recent EU survey suggests that consumers would pay more to have higher quality meat and vegetables, and would trust them more if the EU could guarantee the origin or the way a product is produced.
European differences scupper fortification initiative
Divergence in regulation on fortifying foods with vitamins across Europe could be holding back a Finnish initiative to lift vitamin D levels.
Alcoa restructures global operations for increased efficiency
Alcoa has created a new aluminium and alumina division and a new global extruded products business in a move to better align itself with global packaging markets.
Tea still top tipple for Russians
Tea rivals vodka in the affection of Russian consumers, it seems, with a new survey showing that 98 per cent of the population drink the beverage on a regular basis - on average, at least two cups a day. But while consumption levels have been static...
Aroma-measuring device for packaging developed
A unique measuring device capable of measuring how much aroma is penetrating a material is being developed at Iggesund Paperboard's laboratory for sensory and chemical analyses in Strömsbruk, Sweden.