Celsius Names Marketing VP Celsius Holdings Inc. announced the addition of Darren Hopkins as the company's vice president of Marketing. December 16, 2013 He is a seasoned consumer packaged goods marketer with experience in both brand management at top-tier CPG companies.Read More
Reorganization at Coca-Cola The Coca-Cola Co. is splitting its North America business into two operating units. December 13, 2013 The two units will be Coca-Cola North America, a traditional company, and Coca-Cola Refreshments, a bottling operations unit. Read More
Chocolate May Alleviate Coughs Chocolate may be a sweet remedy for the common cough. December 13, 2013 The amount of the theobromine used in the trial was a single dose of 1,000mg.Read More
Artificial Sweeteners and Cavities Research finds artificially sweetened beverages could increase the chances of cavities. December 13, 2013 The researchers recommended sugar intake be reduced by half.Read More
EU to Introduce Origin Labeling for Meats The European Union plans to introduce origin labeling for pork, poultry, sheep and goat meat. December 13, 2013 The proposed label will include information on where the animals were born, raised and slaughtered.Read More
Food Allergy Specificity Food allergies are evidently much more specific than previously assumed. December 12, 2013 The rising supply and demand for seafood is associated with an increased risk of fish allergies.Read More
Expansion at Sartori Sartori Co. will begin a $14 million project at its plants in Antigo and Plymouth, Wisconsin. December 12, 2013 The project is expected to create up to 53 jobs.Read More
Frutarom Acquisition Frutarom Industries has acquired U.S. based Hagelin & Co for $52.4 million. December 12, 2013 Last month, Frutarom announced the acquisition of 75% of Russia's Protein Technologies Ingredients for $50.3 million.Read More
Bio-Botanica Names Business Development Director Bio-Botanica Inc. announced the appointment of Christina Goetjen, director, New Business Development for Food, Beverage and Flavor divisions. December 12, 2013 Goetjen began her career as a territory manager in New York City for Sandoz (now Novartis).Read More
Risky Tea? A study has found tea might actually be a risky beverage for pregnant and nursing women. December 11, 2013 The study found that many teas contain lead, among other toxins.Read More