Archives for December 3, 2014

dispatches from European Bioplastics conference

Bioplastics market will grow by more than 400% by 2018

Bioplastics production capacities will grow by more than 400% with Asia expanding its role as a major production hub, according to figures released at the 9th European Bioplastics conference.

Australia

Australian snackers opt for savoury, though most top brands are sweet

When it comes to Australia’s most popular snacks, it seems that tastes tend more towards savoury than sweet, market research has found. 

Faba bean: The sustainable protein of the future?

Faba bean flour is a sustainable, cheaper way to make high-protein gluten-free breads, say European researchers.

Heinz opens infant cereal plant in China

Heinz has opened a major production plant in southern China for its infant cereal and snacks business, keeping a paramount focus on safety and quality.

Balance Foods rolls out vending size tortilla chips

Balance Foods has developed vending size snacks under its Poptillas brand.