Archives for September 6, 2006

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'Healthy' crisps aim to improve Walkers image

By  Catherine Boal

Following a £15m (€22.2m) investment in research and development at the company, UK crisp giant Walkers has launched a new 'healthier' range to attract snack-loving consumers worried about their waistlines.

USDA proposal could redefine grass-fed meat

By  Sean Roach

Plans by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expand the definition of grass-fed animals, has caused concern in the industry that the growing market for organic pastured meats could be undermined by commercial operations.

Glanbia dairy grapples with EU reform

By  Chris Mercer

Ireland's dairy and ingredients giant, Glanbia, reported a dip in sales and profits for its first half of 2006, stung by cuts to EU support for the dairy sector.

Australian dairies invest $15m in innovation

By  Dominique Patton

Australian dairies will drum up A$15 million in funding over the next three years to support a new innovation centre that will be tasked with finding ways to better compete with a challenging marketplace.