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All-female ocean plastic research mission sets sail for South Pacific “trash gyre”
eXXpedition sailS from Easter Island towards Tahiti to track and raise awareness of marine plastic impact.
Ice cream market shifts towards greater pleasure and less guilt
The balance between health and indulgence is increasingly important, says a new report from Innova Market Insights.
Firmenich to become a key player in renewable ingredients
The potential acquisition of DRT is to further strengthen Firmenich’s position, enabling it to offer a palette of renewable and sustainable ingredients.
Fentimans launches ‘She is Fearless’ campaign for IWD 2020
For this year’s International Women’s Day, botanical drinks maker Fentimans is celebrating all the women who support, inspire and drive the drinks industry by launching its ‘She is Fearless’ campaign.
No intentions to postpone, reports Interpack
In light of the Covid-19 (coronavirus) situation, Interpack has announced there are no intentions of postponing or cancelling its event – all is to go ahead as planned.
Olam partners with John Lewis Partnership
Smallholder farmers in post-conflict zones in the south-west of Colombia will benefit from a new laboratory and training centre designed to raise coffee quality and livelihoods.
Kancor embarks on major expansion to celebrate 50 years
Natural ingredients manufacturer Kancor Ingredients Ltd. is celebrating 50 years in business by embarking on a major expansion.
Poultry company fined after worker loses thumb
‘Companies must ensure that measures are in place to prevent access to dangerous parts of machinery and provide a means to stop machinery should an emergency happen.’
NCA launches research report at 2020 State of the Industry Conference
For the State of Treating, NCA and 210 analytics surveyed more than 1,500 adults on what products they buy and why.
AAK acquires 75% of long-term partner Margaron
Margaron has been a trusted provider of raw materials (and semi-finished goods) manufacturer to AAK for more than a decade.
Nestlé Professional explores UK consumer demand for coffee-to-go
Nestlé Professional and Nescafé Azera have launched a new piece of research which explores the growing coffee to-go market in the UK.
Rainforest Alliance enhances global Cocoa Certification Programme
The Rainforest Alliance is strengthening its key Cocoa Certification Programme, delivering a major global initiative to drive more sustainable cocoa farming.
Godiva appoints Brent Franks as chief operating officer
Godiva Chocolatier has appointed Brent Franks as its new chief operating officer (COO).