TECH FLASH Hostess buys first brand since 2013 The company has acquired Superior Cake Products, which manufactures eclairs, brownie bites, madeleines and other products Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 The strategic acquisition comes on the heels of Hostess’s recent innovation efforts to extend its offerings.Read More
TECH FLASH Mars banned from selling M&M’s in Sweden A Swedish court rules the trademark belongs to Mondelez Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 Mars will assess the steps necessary to keep its brand in Sweden.Read More
TECH FLASH FDA recall delays leave consumers at risk FDA officials fail to enforce some recalls of adulterated food products for months Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 A recent report reveals FDA lacks the adequate policies or procedures to ensure companies take swift recall action.Read More
TECH FLASH Meat and poultry industry safer, but more data needed Injury and illness rates dropped during the last decade. Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 But a recent report says the industry continues to have problems with underreporting and inadequate data collection. Read More
“Clean label” drives coffee creamer trends Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 Consumers continue to show a preference for “pure,” “real,” “natural,” and organic foods.Read More
Study: Food and beverage companies expect ‘significant’ sales increases in 2016 Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 According to the annual US Food & Beverage Industry Study, manufacturers are confident sales will increase 14 percent compared to 2015. Read More
Kellogg the latest company to issue recall for possible peanut contamination Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 The Kellogg Company has issued a recall for a variety of snacks and cookies because the products may contain peanut residue. Read More
Wrigley expands Yorkville, IL facility, adds jobs Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 Mars Inc. has invested $50 million into its Wrigley plant in Yorkville, IL to add a new Skittles line. Read More
TECH FLASH Nestlé marks achievements in nutrition and sustainability Its 2015 Creating Shared Value Report also reveals gains in other areas Jeremy Gerrard June 14, 2016 The company meets 11 target objectives and adds 16 new target objectives.Read More
Packaging trends emphasize convenience, ergonomics and customization Jeremy Gerrard June 13, 2016 DuPont packaging award judges discuss global innovations in six-part video series.Read More