Reynolds results positive but reflect weak Europe
Reynolds Group has reported a total group revenue and gross profit rise, but said weak European demand affected all of its business segments.
Archives for November 14, 2012
Government backing British dairy industry to grab Chinese opportunity
The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is spearheading a campaign to help British dairy industry players increase their presence in the rapidly-expanding Chinese market.
Scientists developing anti-counterfeit milk powder source test
Scientists in New Zealand are developing a method to identify the geographical source of milk powder products – a potential answer to the problem of counterfeit ‘Made in New Zealand’ infant formula products.
December 14, 2012: EU health claims doomsday? Er, not really…
For years, probiotics and other sections of the food industry have supposedly been dreading the implementation of despised EU health claims laws.
Glanbia Society members vote to back JV
Glanbia Co-operative Society has confirmed its members have voted to dispose of 3% of the issued share capital of Glanbia to back a proposal to acquire majority ownership of Glanbia’s dairy processing business as part of a joint venture (JV) with Glanbia...
CCC makes second acquisition in space of two months
Consolidated Container Company (CCC) has acquired all assets of Madras Packaging, marking the second acquisition since its takeover by Bain Capital this year.