M&A
Hershey silent on reported bid for Nestlé’s $2.5bn US candy business
Hershey has refused to comment on speculation it was among the US companies submitting an initial bid on Nestlé’s US chocolate and candy business last week.
Archives for October 17, 2017
Sugar fuels aggressive cancer growth confirms breakthrough study
The mechanism of action that show cancer cells’ use of sugars to ‘awaken’ cancer cells and promote aggressive cancer growth provides further insights into creating tailor-made diets for cancer patients.
FSSAI to draw up new packaging regulations
Cases of contamination owing to the use of substandard materials have prompted the Indian regulator to take action by preparing new food packaging guidelines.
Mintel's top trend for 2018
Mintel heralds ‘a new era of ingredient-sourcing’ as consumers demand pollution-free food in sustainable packaging
Consumers are demanding pollution-free food sold in biodegradable or recycled packaging. Trailblazing brands are already responding to the trend – and “perceived polluters will be forced to follow”, says Mintel.