Dairy consumption could reduce type 2 diabetes risk, study
New research suggests the consumption of dairy products could reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS), a heart condition which encompasses disorders such as type 2 diabetes.
Archives for May 17, 2011
NZ yogurt poised for collective dairy action
New Zealand firm The Collective Dairy is set to launch a new yogurt range in the UK from June 2011
Danone explores recycling for PLA with NatureWorks
Danone is working with NatureWorks and WWF on a new recycling option for PLA after the French dairy switched to the bioplastic for its Activia yoghurt in Germany.
Lactalis takeover bid rejected by Parmalat
Lactalis’ €3.4bn takeover bid for Italian dairy giant Parmalat has been rejected, following a “unanimous decision” by the firms’ board of directors in Milan yesterday.
General Mills signs Yoplait acquisition agreements
General Mills has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a 51 percent controlling interest in French yogurt maker Yoplait and a 50 percent stake in a related entity that holds the global Yoplait brands.
New Tetra Pak carton bottle takes on plastic in premium milk
Tetra Pak has unveiled the full details of its new aseptic carton bottle – a package designed to rival plastic bottles at the premium end of the ambient milk market.