Published: Jul 16, 2012

United Biscuits, a leading manufacturer of biscuits, snacks and cakes in the UK, has launched McVitie’s Cheddars Crispy Bacon.

Published: Jul 13, 2012

Kettle Brand, the potato chips brand owned by Diamond Foods, is introducing retired flavors for a limited time. The flavors include Red Chili, Jalapeño Jack, Salsa with Mesquite, and Cheddar Beer.

Published: Jul 13, 2012 By: Mike Stones

Associated British Foods (ABF) reported ‘remarkable’ results for its sugar business but challenging trading for grocery in its interim management statement covering the 40 weeks to June 23.

Published: Jul 13, 2012 By: Caroline Scott-Thomas

Almonds may contain 20% fewer calories than previously thought, with potential implications for nutrition labeling, according to new research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Published: Jul 13, 2012

Cargill has certified its Off the Shelf Chocolate range to bring ethical cocoa to smaller users as demand for sustainable products booms.

Published: Jul 13, 2012 By: Kacey Culliney

A new online global platform targeting the consumer-heavy sugar craft sector is a ‘new departure’ for the Real Good Food Company, but the CEO says the company is ready for the shift.

Published: Jul 13, 2012

A joint statement published in the journals Circulation and Diabetes Care by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association promotes the “smart” use of non-nutritive sweeteners.

Published: Jul 13, 2012

Dr. Schar USA, Lyndhurst, New Jersey, subsidiary of Europe's market leader in gluten-free food, has opened its first gluten-free manufacturing facility in the United States.

Published: Jul 12, 2012

UK chocolate firm Thorntons has posted improved sales in its fourth quarter (Q4) trading update, but it remains cautious about the year ahead.

Published: Jul 12, 2012

Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli is considering constructing a training centre at its headquarters in Switzerland after ditching plans to expand production.

Published: Jul 12, 2012 By: Rod Addy

The number of new products sweetened with stevia extracts in the EU shows a “significant uplift” on last year according to David Jago, Mintel director of innovation and insight.

Published: Jul 12, 2012

Pamela’s Products has launched gluten-free products – two cookie mixes and an artisan flour blend in the US.

Published: Jul 11, 2012

Australian confectioner Darrell Lea today announced that it has entered administration and is looking to sell the company.

Published: Jul 11, 2012

Kraft Foods is inviting potential partners to pitch “ingredients, formulations or technologies" that could help it create an environmentally-friendly chewing gum base that will degrade after disposal.

Published: Jul 11, 2012 By: Stephen Daniells

Fortifying ready-to-eat breakfast cereal with prebiotic wheat bran extracts can selectively enhance the growth of beneficial bacteria, say results from a double-blind, randomized, controlled, crossover trial.

Published: Jul 11, 2012 By: Oliver Nieburg

Markel Ventures subsidiary AMF Bakery Systems has announced the acquisition of Netherlands-based Tromp Bakery Equipment.

Published: Jul 11, 2012

Consumer trends, ranging from popular flavors to the upcoming Summer Olympics, are prompting a flurry of new product introductions at The Kellogg Co.

Published: Jul 11, 2012

Bear Naked has added two cereal varieties to its Fit line of energy-focused foods: almond crisp and autumn blend.

Published: Jul 11, 2012

US-based Bosco has announced the availability of its chocolate syrup at Wal-Mart stores.

Published: Jul 10, 2012

Manufacturers can up the antioxidant content in chocolate with a freeze dried raspberry leaf extract with minimal impact on texture and mouth-feel, according to a study.