News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries
A new report shows that with Polish consumption trends beginning to fall into line with the rest of Europe's, the packaging sector represents a key opportunity for innovation and investment, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Looking to new market gains in the UK, US and Australia German ingredients group Degussa has revamped its line of bakery cream systems to target food makers with a competitive package, writes Lindsey Partos.
China has been the dominant supplier of many herbs, spices and ingredients to the Russian market for the last 10 years, but a reduction in Chinese crop areas to make way for more profitable products has given local growers from the CIS a chance to up...
Plans for EU sugar reform are unfair and would only benefit the biggest producers, say 10 member states as new discussions split opinions across Europe,reports Chris Mercer.
CSM, the Dutch food ingredients company continues to shed non-core activities, signing off its stake in natural alcohol supplier Koninklijke Nedalco in a €24 million deal.
Carlsberg Denmark yesterday announced that it would reduce the price of Carlsberg Pilsner in its new lightweight modern bottles.
US-based processor MGP Ingredients has initiated two energy-efficiency projects as part of its overall programme to achieve significant cost savings across its operations.
Food and ingredients giant Unilever has signed a deal to sell its frozen pizza and baguette business to German firm Dr. Oetker as part of a five-year strategy to lift profits by focusing on big brands, reports Chris Mercer.
This week's round-up of people on the move includes Kraft's new board member, Alcoa's new vice president and a rumour that Unilever is considering changing its top management.
Pursuit Dynamics has signed an agreement with the UK subsidiary of Coca-Cola Enterprises to supply innovative fluid processing technology for the production of soft drinks.
A premium biscuit manufacturer in Italy has ordered a new customised oven system from baking equipment specialists Spooner Vicars to help it progress in an increasingly competitive market, writes Chris Mercer.