Hershey, the US chocolate maker rumoured to be preparing a solo bid for Cadbury, needs to pay a “serious price” to acquire the company, the UK confectioner’s chairman insisted today (14...

Romania is planning to introduce a tax on unhealthy food as early as March as they look to increase the level of funds allocated to their health system. The news comes soon after reports that Taiwan is...

New superfruits, “free range” products and gluten-free food are among the packaged goods trends to watch out for in 2010, according to market research firm Datamonitor. Among ten emerging trends...

Sushi, gourmet burgers and superfruits have been listed among the top food trends of the last decade, according to editorial staff at the American-based Food Channel (foodchannel.com). Below are their...

The price of sugar continues to rise after a strong 2009 when it outshone all other major food commodities. White sugar reached a new record, while ICE raw sugar futures soared to a 29-year high amid bullish...

There is a new reality when it comes to grocery shopping – more consumers want simple, cost-efficient foods they can prepare at home and that don’t compromise on quality. The shift remains...

Food manufacturer General Mills has reported sales growth of two per cent in the second quarter despite volumes remaining flat. “Demand for our leading brands remains strong,” Chairman and...

An American survey of more than 1,800 professional chefs – members of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) – has revealed that local sourcing of ingredients, sustainability and nutrition...

Research into the likely eating patterns of different generations shows that considerable changes in the consumption patterns are likely in coming years, with each generation to make a distinctive mark...

The European Commission has extended its deadline for reviewing Kraft Foods’ proposal to acquire Cadbury after the US group offered concessions to ease antitrust concerns. The Commission, which had...