Balchem slows production to match demand
Encapsulated products supplier Balchem will concentrate on retaining reduced inventory levels this year in an effort to improve operating efficiency and reduce exposure to the uncertain economic environment.
Archives for February 24, 2004
Gatorade to expand advertising
The manufacturer of energy drink Gatorade may be about to pay twice the sum it currently invests in sponsoring the National Football League, according to reports yesterday.
Wessanen bears costs of US shake-out
Royal Wessanen, the Dutch health food producer, suffered a turbulent 2003, as it set about restoring the fortunes of the US Tree of Life business that now makes up two-thirds of the group's sales.
Sweet is the 'whey' to go in eastern Europe
Countdown to the integration of 10 new member states in Europe this April begins under the aegis of the Irish presidency. For manufacturers, a clear understanding of the marketplace in these countries will be vital to pitching the right message,...
Dosic gains growth with new foothold on European soil
Dosic, the Chinese evening primrose oil supplier, pulled off a 30 per cent climb in European sales last year - with a mature product in a mature market - by addressing the crux problem for all Chinese producers targeting Europe.
Fruit and cereal fiber, not vegetables, cut deaths from heart disease
Eating just 10 grams of dietary fiber from fruits and cereals each day appears to significantly lower the risk of coronary heart disease, according to a new study out this week. But vegetable fiber did not offer any protection, said the researchers.
Reliv looks to the East
Spearing growth in emerging markets in Asia Pacific, US nutritional supplements company Reliv International is heading for Singapore with new operations tipped for opening next month.