News
Consumers welcome pulses as ingredients
According to new research from Ingredion, 65% of European consumers welcome the addition of pulse-based ingredients to food products.
Barry Callebaut’s 20th chocolate academy opens in Italy
Barry Callebaut opened the Milan chocolatier centre on 19 June 2017, set to be run by Italian chocolate champion, Davide Comaschi.
Horiba launches in-line pH monitor
Horiba, an original equipment manufacturer of instruments and measurement systems, has launched the UP-100, a pH monitor.
Jelly Babies go tropical
In response to the increasing popularity of tropical flavours, Mondelēz International-owned Maynards Bassetts has launched Maynards Bassetts Jelly Babies Tropical.
World Chocolate Day boosts sales for Europe’s largest sweet shop
In celebration of World Chocolate day today (7 July), Europe’s largest sweet shop has experienced a massive surge in sales at its six London stores.
Mintel research highlights non-dairy ice cream innovation in Europe
Although China is currently the world’s biggest ice cream market, in terms of individual ice cream consumption, Mintel research finds that Norwegian consumers are the biggest ice cream eaters.
UK food prices continue to rise
UK food prices increased at their highest rate in over three years in June, the latest figures show.
Gluten-free development
Research suggests that the popular demand for gluten-free is set to increase further.
School pupils gain insight into UK’s food industry
Pupils from Kempston Challenger Academy, Bedfordshire have met with the head of Mondelēz International UK to find out more about the world of work in the food industry.
Wyke Farms and OMSCo to become leading EU producer of organic cheddar
UK-based Wyke Farms and The Organic Milk Suppliers Cooperative (OMSCo) have announced a partnership to expand organic cheese production, distribution and sales.
Founder of Schur Flexibles resigns
Jakob Mosser, founder and chief executive officer of the Schur Flexibles Group, has announced his resignation from the packaging company.
Round Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
Fererro launches Kinder Bueno Coconut
Fererro has extended its Kinder Bueno range with a special edition product, Kinder Bueno Coconut, in response to the increasing popularity of coconut flavours.
Organisers set date for Interpack 2020
The organisers of packaging and processing trade show Interpack have set the dates for the 2020 event, which will take place from 7-13 May.