Archives for December 12, 2003

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Tapping into steady emulsifiers market

Leading Japanese emulsifier supplier Riken Vitamin is set to boost production at its subsidiary in Malaysia with the opening of a new plant this week. High hopes to increase market share.

Benefat recieves final approval

Danisco is broadening its range of specialty fats with the introduction of Salatrim, a low-calorie alternative available for the European bakery and confectionery industries. The product was given its final approval from the EU on 1st December.

DIAL: farmers must manage milk quota

The Dairy Industry Association (DIAL) has urged milk farmers in England and Wales to cut the levels of milk production or face a hefty fine from the Rural Payments Agency (RPA).

Reduced gum stocks push prices up

Early depletion of African gum stocks have driven up global prices of gum acacia. US company TIC gums this week passed the price rise of gum arabic on to the market.