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Latin America and Asia to dominate global bakery
As bakery growth flattens in Western economies, Latin America and Asia Pacific are two emerging markets that are set to dominate global bakery growth, an analyst suggests.
Voluntary bread folate policy hailed by industry
Industry leaders have hailed New Zealand’s decision for voluntary folic acid fortification in bread.
GrainCorp plans oils empire after double acquisition
Australasian food processing major Goodman Fieldr has inked an agreement to sell Integro, its commercial oils business, to a consortium comprising of GrainCorp and Gardner Smith.
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Taiwan invests in bakery sector
Local reports suggest Taiwan is investing in efforts to significantly boost its bakery industry; promoting innovation and use of local ingredients.
Connell goes local in Australia and New Zealand
Going local and cost savings have driven ingredients marketer and distributor Connell Brothers to open a new food application facility in Australia.
China’s breakfast table: A local affair
Manufacturers targeting China’s breakfast market need to realize it is a local taste affair if they are to capture consumers, according to Mintel.
Oz cereal makers form regulation-facing alliance
The top Australian food industry body has formed an alliance of the country’s cereal makers with an eye on health and nutrition regulations for the growing industry.
Filipino legislator seeks trans fats law rewrite
A Philippines lawmaker has introduced a new bill in the country’s Congress that would make it mandatory for food makers to label food products containing industrial trans-fatty acids (TFAs).
Chinese companies strike deal to buy $50m of Blue Diamond almonds
Californian almond giant Blue Diamond has struck a deal with the China Chamber of Commerce to supply Chinese firms with $50m worth of almonds in the next 12 months.
Chinese challenges: Sparking growth in a slowing FMCG sector
Manufacturers must refocus efforts on Tier III and IV cities in China and delve into e-commerce to re-ignite consumer spending in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCGs) sector amid a slow, according to analysts.
Costly bakery consolidation and rocky conditions hit Goodman Fielder
Struggling Australian food firm Goodman Fielder has lowered its full-year 2012 (FY12) earnings forecast as costly restructuring of its baking units and rocky trading conditions slam revenues.
Britannia to launch healthier breads in India
Indian food giant Britannia Industries will target the healthy foods segment for its next stage of growth, starting with healthier bread.
Palsgaard secures Malaysia for its long-mulled over Asian emulsifier plant
Emulsifier and stabilizer specialist Palsgaard has commenced work on its US$30m production plant in Malaysia; chosen for its raw material access and strong logistics, the CEO said.
Puratos strengthens Asian presence with new Chinese plant
Belgian bakery ingredients firm Puratos has a new manufacturing and innovation centre in China that will be dedicated to developing products for the local Asian taste requirements.
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Ingredia takes chia to natural-focused China
China’s trend towards natural ingredients with health benefits should ensure the success of Ingredia’s chia product for bakery, the firm has said.
New Zealand iodised salt policy has improved deficiency problem, report
Mandatory use of iodised salt in bakery across New Zealand has improved iodine deficiency levels in children, according to a ministry report.
Australia’s Goodman Fielder tightens bakery noose
Australian food firm Goodman Fielder is fusing its bakery business with three site closures as part of a strategic reorganisation of its business to reduce costs and improve efficiency amid struggling sales.
No single ingredient the solution for boosting gluten-free bread quality, finds review
Neither enzymes, starches, hydrocolloids or sourdough can be used alone to replace gluten to improve the quality of gluten-free breads, according to a recent study review.
Early bird: Kellogg chomps cereal salt reduction targets
Kellogg Australia has achieved salt reduction targets for its two flagship products ahead of schedule as per an industry commitment made in 2010.
Asian consumers have highest quality demands and hopes for bakery: Puratos
Asian consumers have the highest demands and hopes for improvement across the bakery industry, according to research.
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