Prepared Foods Exclusive: Administration Hold on Pipeline Regulations The Obama administration has requested that proposals and regulations not yet published be withdrawn pending an opportunity for review. ADM Likes Chocolate The company is buying one of Europe's leading producers of chocolate and cocoa powder. Healthy Bread Venture Puratos and Fugeia have established an alliance to develop novel breads with digestive health benefits. Lawsuit Facing Coca-Cola; Coke Classic No More Coca-Cola is facing a lawsuit over its VitaminWater and has decided to omit "Classic" from its signature soft drink. Drinks for Olifant Drinks Americas Holdings Ltd. announced the completion of the acquisition of Olifant Vodka. Hershey Closing Two Plants The Hershey Co. plans to close a pair of San Francisco plants. Cott, Wal-Mart No Longer Exclusive Cott announced the phase-out of its exclusive supply agreement with Wal-Mart. Grupo Bimbo Completes Weston Expansion Grupo Bimbo completed its acquisition of the U.S. fresh bakery business of Weston Foods. Return to Top

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Encapsulating A study from Korea University evaluated the stability of flavor encapsulation in modified starches. Calorie Cuts Improve Memory Eating fewer calories could improve memory -- and may even help stave off dementia. Long and Short of It Researchers have uncovered why some dietary fats, specifically long-chain fats, are more prone to induce inflammation. Yeast of Concerns Researchers concluded, "Yeast culture supplementation may help prevent depression in milk fat during transition to a diet with highly fermentable starch..." Wheys of the World According to research, "[T]he functionality of mWPC ingredients can be enhanced by conjugation with carbohydrate materials at low pH, especially with regard to improving the emulsifying attributes." Expanded Benefits of Salt Reduction Salt reduction may offer cardioprotective effects beyond blood pressure reduction. Alcohol May Keep Disabilities at Bay Moderate alcohol consumption may help seniors keep disabilities at bay. Sponge Cake Worthy Adding vegetable oil proved to have a significant impact on sponge cake, Indian researchers found. Coffee-Leukemia Link Examined A possible link between drinking coffee during pregnancy and childhood leukemia is to be investigated by British scientists. Return to Top   ConAgra Names Consumer Foods President Andre J. Hawaux, currently executive vice president and chief financial officer, assumes the role of president, Consumer Foods. AFFI Names President The American Frozen Food Institute selected Kraig R. Naasz as its new president and CEO. Sweet New Jobs The New England Confectionery Company Inc. appointed a new management team. Return to Top