Dark chocolate and cocoa ingredients do not improve motor function for those with Parkinson’s disease despite increased consumption among those with the disease, according to a study.
US-based multinational agricultural biotechnology Monsanto has entered into an agreement to acquire planting technology developer Precision Planting, for $210m.
Demand for aluminium foil in Europe has seen a sharp drop in the first three months of 2012 – with as producers feel the effects of strong economic headwinds.
AkzoNobel’s proposed takeover of fellow metal can coating outfit Metlac Holdings could be in jeopardy following UK Office of Fair Trading (OFT) concerns the deal could damage competition in the sector and see prices rise.
Researchers have warned that calcium supplements should be ‘taken with caution’ after new findings suggested consumption of the supplements could double the risk of heart attack incidence.
Grow Green Industries and PL Thomas & Co plan to introduce a new line of all-natural food safety and shelf-life enhancement products - eatSafe Natural Food Wash and eatFresh Natural Antimicrobial.
Placon Corporation has launched a container made from 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PETE) in response to customer demand for eco-conscious packaging.
After being sued by the beverage giant, Coca-Cola PET supplier Pure Tech Plastics has slowed down production as it searches for a buyer, with whispers or interest from PepsiCo or Nestlé Waters.
Billerud’s proposed takeover of the paper packaging operations of Finnish company UPM-Kymmene for €130m has been given the green light by competition authorities.
Increased levels of the omega-3 DHA may be associated with improved literacy in children with learning abilities, according to a new study from Australia.
The inventor of a ‘smart food label’ believes it could could have far-reaching applications in the food service industry through its ability to reduce waste and save money for companies and consumers.
SYSPRO has developed SYSPRO ERP, which enables food manufacturers and distributors to fully comply with the newest rules recently issued to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act.
Nordson Corporation has acquired EDI (Extrusion Die Industries) Holdings for US$200m and described it as a “clear fit with our strategy of acquiring companies that provide differentiated precision technology.”
Amcor Flexibles is claiming a UK first after incorporating a self-ventilating system into lidding material for microwave cooking of fresh produce that it says saves energy and improves food quality.