Archives for September 5, 2007

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Probiotics market set to hit 120m by 2013, report says

By  Alex McNally

The European food and beverage probiotics market is expected to more than double by 2013, according to a market report, with the proposed EU health claims rules presenting "untapped" potential.

Sugar waste used for food packaging

By  Charlotte Eyre

Bagasse, a previously useless waste product from sugar cane, can now be used to make biodegradeable packaging for food products in Thailand, its manufacturers claim.

Popcorn brands ban diacytel

By  Charlotte Eyre

Two of the largest US popcorn makers have removed diacetyl from their brands, as doctors report that the chemical may now cause a fatal lung disease in consumers as well as factory workers.

Restructuring pays off for Vivartia

By  Neil Merrett

Vivartia posted a 15.6 per cent increase in revenues to €517m, as it continues to restructure its operations in South East Europe, the company reported in on a pro-forma basis.