News Brief: Romanian bakers, Irish biscuits and Dutch potatoes
While bakers in Romania look towards Austria for investment; Jacob's takes Mcvitie's to court over biscuit packets; and new potato snacks look like crisps but are better for the heart.
Archives for October 10, 2007
Company to produce compostable food packaging
The Instone Group has joined the race to grab a slice of the biodegradable food packaging market by launching a subsidiary that will target the produce and meat segments.
Chr Hansen boosts kids' probiotics efforts
Chr Hansen has introduced a new probiotic mix for children, which the firm is marketing in an easy-to-use format that can be added directly to foods and drinks as a dietary supplement.
Cognis makes lauric acid-free whipping agent for snacks
Cognis has developed a new whipping agent under its Lamequick brand using vegetable oils that are free from lauric acid, thus avoiding the soapy taste that can result from interactions with herbs and spices.