BASF to shut two EPS plants in Asia
BASF is to shut two sites in Asia by the end of the year, citing overcapacity and low margins.
Archives for September 19, 2012
Bakers: US sugar prices are still 50-75% higher than world prices
The American Bakers Association (ABA) says it is only a matter of time before “some form of a [sugar] reform amendment passes in the House”, although sugar producers say the US should learn some lessons from Europe and stop trying to fix something that...
Dispatches from IBA 2012
Vacuum cooking film slashes formulation costs: Multivac
A new, vacuum film pack enables bakery firms to slash formulation costs and increase shelf-life when cooking products, Multivac says.
Pringles’ Salt & Pepper shake up
Kellogg-owned Pringles has added a Salt & Pepper flavour to its UK range in a bid to boost sales.
Expert outlines top 10 tips for efficient formulation troubleshooting
As foods become ever more complex, the need to be able to efficiently troubleshoot problems becomes even more critical. In this guest article, Wayne Morley, PhD, head of food innovation at Leatherhead Food Research, outlines his top 10 tips for efficient...
General Mills: New Nature Valley protein bars will be as big as Fiber One brownies in year one
New Nature Valley protein bars will be as big as Fiber One brownies in their first year, General Mills has predicted as consumers replace “mindless munching” with healthier snacking options.
Key growth drivers in microwaveable packaging
Self-venting pouches or trays, and technology enabling meals to mimic oven cooked food have driven strong growth in microwaveable packaging materials, according to a report from Allied Development.