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speculation is mounting that australia’s largest brewer could be the next takeover target as mass consolidation takes place in the global beverage sector. foster’s has long been touted as a likely target of global brewers like sabmiller and asahi but despite all the rumours a bid has yet to eventuate - largely due to the influence of their wine division. however, a report in business spectator this morning claims a “deal is imminent”.

once relegated primarily to the domain of yoghurt and high-fibre fare, the market for food and beverage products fortified with probiotics and prebiotics has taken off as digestive health emerged as one of the hottest topics in the food and beverage arena.according to latest report from market researcher packaged facts, boosting immunity through digestion: the relation among probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes, the global retail market for probiotic/prebiotic foods and beverages was us$15 billion (a $18.

the coca-cola company announced global plans to include energy information (calories, kilocalories, kilojoules) per serving on the front of almost all* of their product packages. the soft drink giant said the move had been made “to increase consumers’ awareness about the calorie content of its beverages”.the company has already rolled out front-of-pack energy labeling throughout europe and australia, with mexico and the united states currently in roll-out phase.

the uk takeovers panel has ruled that food manufacturer kraft must make a binding proposal to cadbury by november 9 or signal their intent not to bid. the decision was made after cadbury representatives went to the panel last week to request a definitive timeline in the wake of a non-binding a$19.6 billion takeover offer. if kraft does not make a formal proposal then they will be unable to bid for the confectioner for a period of six months.

the united states has surpassed australia to emerge as the number three dairy exporter in the world after europe and new zealand, according to rabobank analysis. rabobank has released the world dairy map examining international dairy trade flows, milk production figures, export destinations, consumption and processor consolidation, with europe remaining the biggest consumer. u.s. overtakes australia in dairy exports, the united states made gains and moved up from fourth place last year as weather conditions hampered australian production.

the latest research from the uk has shone light on the growth of sports and energy drinks, with sales continuing to thrive. after healthy growth of 51% between 2004 and 2008, sales of sports and energy drinks continue to surge, according to mintel. even in 2008, as economic pressures put the skids on previously growing non-alcoholic markets such as smoothies and bottled water, this market grew by 10% from £855 million in 2007 to reach £941 million (a$1.

there`s an old adage: we are what we eat. but, what determines what we eat? all of us are given one body for life, and how we treat our body will affect everything we do until the day we die. some people regard their body as a temple and treat it accordingly. others never stop and think about how they treat their body and can end up abusing it. the majority of people make some attempt to maintain a healthy and fit body.

dyadic international, inc. has been granted gras status for its c1-derived cellulase enzyme for use in the production of wine, beer and fruit juices. the company launched its celustar cl platform and also intends to identify co-development and licensing opportunities for the future production of additional c1-derived gras products. “receiving this positive acknowledgement from the fda regarding our gras notification culminates a multiyear product development process and affirms dyadic's conclusion that its cellulase enzyme is safe for use by our customers.

in recognition of national breast cancer awareness month, the pink together® campaign dedicated to spreading hope to those touched by breast cancer and to helping raise greater awareness of the disease today launched its third year. the 2009 pink together campaign includes an online community of hope where those touched by breast cancer can connect, share inspiring personal stories and provide support, comfort and encouragement to others; a $2 million donation from general mills to susan g.

a new report from willard bishop predicts that retailers may significantly reduce skus or cut entire product lines in an effort to reduce costs and maximize margins. additionally, frozen meat and poultry, ethnic and specialty foods and mexican products could be vulnerable to sku rationalization, reports meatingplace. the report said in order to assess their category and brand vulnerabilities suppliers must understand five key metrics—variety, profitability, productivity, working capital and growth.