Archives for October 30, 2008

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Sugar cane innovation expected to reduce costs

By Sarah Hills

Syngenta is developing new technology which it says will dramatically improve the cost efficiency of sugar cane planting by growing it from smaller cane segments that are less labor intensive.

Obesity blame game offers market opportunities

By Sarah Hills

Consumers are shifting blame for obesity problems in the US on to food manufacturers, saying they should provide healthier products and holding them more responsible than fast-food firms, according to analysts.

Fruit and floral flavor pairings

By Sarah Hills

GSB Flavor Creators is continuing to roll-out its unusual taste pairings with the introduction of a lingonberry and lavender fusion that is said to smell like the real thing.