South African fortification becomes law
South African millers must fortify flour and maize meal with a blend of vitamins and minerals, including folic acid, following new legislation introduced this week to improve malnutrition in the country.
Archives for October 9, 2003
Carb Fit cookies and twirls
US Natural and organic food company the Hain Celestial Group this week announced the launch of Carb Fit, its new natural low-carbohydrate food brand.
Alcoa closes the deal
Alcoa has announced that its Alcoa Closure Systems International (CSI) business is set to expand further into the $100 million dairy packaging business.
Chocolate gets medical
House of Brussels Chocolates has announced the development of a new medical advisory board to investigate and research the use of chocolate as a carrier for dietary supplements, functional foods and pharmaceutical compounds to treat various medical...
Flashing lollies to hit the UK
So what shape and form has innovation in the food and drink industry taken this month? From flashing lollies to lemon crisps Mintel provides this month's latest round-up of new product development.
Ginger giant fears profit plunge
Australian confectionery ginger giant warns of profit plunge due to intense pressure from rising dollar, a sharp turnaround from the previous guidance that profits would rise in 2003.