JBS to make further acquisition with Cargill pork business
Cargill is to sell its Wichita-based pork business to JBS USA Pork, for a proposed $1.45 billion.
Archives for July 1, 2015
US ‘specialty gourmet’ channel has 1,000 stores and revenues topping $18bn, says SPINS
The US ‘specialty gourmet’ retail channel – led by retailers such as The Fresh Market and Mariano’s - has 1,000 stores and revenues topping $18bn, according to market researcher SPINS.
New natural, cost-effective blocker for health-promoting, but bitter, phytochemicals
Geneva-based Natural Taste Consulting (NTC) is launching a plant-derived bitter blocker for applications such as dark chocolate, instant coffee, teas, energy drink and dietary supplements.
Dang, that’s good! An entrepreneur’s guide to carving a niche in the healthy snacks market
A great product, deep pockets, and entrepreneurial zeal are critical to the success of any food start-up, but there’s always an element of luck, says Dang Foods’ founder Vincent Kitirattragarn, who impressed his first major customer with his toasted...
Mars backs WHO’s 10% sugar guidance: 'We are not trying to hide behind any science or research’
Mars Chocolate North America is going against the industry tide by backing the World Health Organization's guidance that added sugar should account for under 10% of a person's daily calories.