Confident Zetar expects growth
Confectionery firm Zetar has said it is confident of meeting targets this year despite a quiet trading season.
Archives for September 5, 2006
Argentina nabs Bazooka Joe
An Argentine gum manufacturer has been granted the right to continue making Bazooka gum, despite an acrimonious end to its business relationship with the Topps company who own the iconic US brand.
InnoSweet enters US sweeteners market
European sweetener supplier InnoSweet GmbH is to enter the US market, after opening its first sales office in the nation early this week.
Could donkey milk hold the secret to skin health?
Cleopatra swore by it, bathing daily in asses' milk as part of her beauty regime. But now, following the death of the world's oldest women - another devoted fan of donkey milk - the spotlight is back on it.
Edible packaging seen as next wave of innovation
Edible coatings based on various mixes of milk serum proteins, starch, and mesquite gum could be the basis for the next innovative wave in food packaging, says a researcher in Spain.
Lactose intolerant kids shouldn't ignore dairy, say experts
Children with lactose intolerance are missing out on essential nutrients by avoiding dairy, and could benefit from probiotics and aged cheeses, say a review from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Cadbury board welcomes new addition
US based confectionery company Cadbury Schweppes has announced the appointment of a new non-executive director.