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DINO BARS all-natural fruit bars for kids, wrapped in edible paper

DINO BARS are wrapped in edible paper, and all bars are non-GMO, USDA certified organic and free from nuts, gluten, soy, and dairy.




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Oregon Fruit Cherry Compote and Peach in Raspberry Sauce Compote, for foodservice

Oregon Fruit Products is announcing two new varieties of Fruit In Hand Compotes for the foodservice market: Cherry Compote and Peach in Raspberry Sauce Compote.




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Sun-Maid Tropical Punch and Peach raisins

Sun-Maid Growers of California is expanding its snacking portfolio with the addition of two new trendy and summertime fruity flavor favorites: Tropical Punch and Peach.




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New report identifies California Raisins as a plant-based fat replacer in baked goods

The California Raisin Marketing Board has released a new white paper spotlighting the functional benefits and opportunities for California-grown raisins and raisin ingredients as a fat replacer in baked goods.




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Tree Top releases Pumpkin Flake Powder in fruit ingredient lineup

Tree Top has announced the addition of a new fruit ingredient to its extensive plant-based portfolio: Drum Dried Pumpkin Flake Powder.




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Natures Garden expands line of probiotic-enhanced dried fruits

Cibo Vita is pleased to announce the launch of its Nature’s Garden line of Probiotic-enhanced dried fruits.




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Puratos USA adds clean-label flavoring compounds to plant-based product range

Puratos Classics, a new range of highly concentrated flavoring compounds, offers fruit fillings.




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Brothers All Natural freeze-dried Fuji Apple and Mango Fruit Crisps

Brothers All Natural is excited to announce the launch of its 1-oz. Freeze-Dried Fuji Apple and Mango Fruit Crisps. 




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First global cacaofruit brand Cabosse Naturals to enable consumer brands to claim Upcycled Certified on pack

To support consumers in making conscious decisions, Cabosse Naturals has deepened its collaboration with the Upcycled Food Association.




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California Prune Board advances study of prunes and bone health via research program

Research highlights growing body of prune evidence connected to favorable bone health.




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SupHerb Farms adds Michael Freitas Finete as president

Michael Freitas Finete has taken the helm as president and chief executive officer of SupHerb Farms, an agriculture-based business.




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Symrise debuts range of aronia health actives with high cellular antioxidant effects

Symrise continues to develop its health expertise with the launch of a new range of aronia health actives.




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Supplier perspectives: Fruit ingredient strategies for bar products

Fruit ingredients and nutritional bar products are a natural fit.




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Dietz & Watson releases protein-packed, grab-and-go snack packs

All new Dietz & Dats have four snack pack varieties containing healthy items, including nuts, dried fruits, premium meats, and artisan cheeses.




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Symrise debuts range of natural blueberry ingredients for food applications

Comprehensive range from three berry species offering various organoleptic properties, actives compounds, and health benefits.




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Les vergers Boiron releases additional fruit purées

Les vergers Boiron has released three new flavors of fruit purées: apricot, pear, and pineapple.




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EnWave signs vacuum purchase agreement with Dole Worldwide Food & Beverage Group

EnWave Corp. announced that it has signed an Equipment Purchase Agreement with Dole Worldwide Food & Beverage Group to supply a 120kW Radiant Energy Vacuum dehydration processing line that will materially increase Dole’s vacuum-microwave processing capabilities.




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New prunes research shows prebiotic activity and bone restoration

The study found that carbohydrates and polyphenols in prunes act as prebiotics and help restore bone health.




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GNT launches Non-GMO Project Verified range of clean-label EXBERRY color concentrates

Based on the concept of coloring food with food, EXBERRY colors are clean-label concentrates made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables and plants using physical processing methods.




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Fiberstar, Inc. debuts organic citrus fibers ingredient

The new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable, and organic food ingredients.




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T. Hasegawa USA debuts flavor enhancer technologies

Global top 10 flavor manufacturer unveils HASEAROMA and ChefAroma, two new technologies aimed at producing more authentic taste experiences.




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Sunsweet Growers releases three prune-centric products

While there are many ways to enjoy snacking on prunes, Sunsweet created these new products to deliver on the increased consumer demand for better-for-you snacks.




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Washington Red Raspberry Commission announces student innovation competition winners

Students utilized frozen Washington red raspberry puree to develop new product concepts for the grocery/CPG market.




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Fruits add flavor and flexibility in snack and bakery products

Fruits can add a pop of color, flavor, and texture to snack and bakery products, but with consumers being more mindful of health and wellness, the use of fruits has expanded beyond the traditional uses. 




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Tapping into fruit trends is a balancing act: Icon Foods

A company representative talks about meeting multiple consumer demands in snacks and bakery.




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Fun Friday: Nutella book club, Nerds' at the Big Game, Pillsbury candles, Cheez-It tailgating truck, Haribo float

This week's Fun Friday includes a Nutella and Betches book club partnership, Nerds at the Big Game, Pillsbury partnering on candles, a Cheez-It college tailgating food truck, and Haribo's float debut at Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade.




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ASB debuts 2025 Baking Hall of Fame inductees

The American Society of Baking (ASB) announced the 2025 inductees into the Baking Hall of Fame at its regional meetup held Oct. 24 at the Bundy Baking Museum in Urbana, OH, home to the Baking Hall of Fame.




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Little Red Kitchen Bake Shop launches Brookies

After celebrating 10 years in business (online only), the woman-owned Little Red Kitchen Bake Shop is soft-opening its first brick-and-mortar store today in Brooklyn.




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Love + Chew expands to 500+ Whole Foods stores

The brand, known for its cookies made from minimal ingredients, will now be available in 500+ Whole Foods Market locations across the U.S.




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Tazzy debuts chocolate-covered cookie bites

The bite-size cookies are coated in Belgian chocolate and available in two flavors.




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Middleby acquires equipment manufacturer JC Ford

Founded in 1945, JC Ford is based in Columbia, TN, and has $70 million in annual revenues.




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PMMI Foundation gives $5K in student scholarships

The foundation is honoring six students with $5,000 PACK EXPO scholarships.




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PACK EXPO announces technology awards winners

Packaging and processing professionals voted for the best-in-class, never-before-seen innovations at this year’s largest industry show.




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Videojet expands case, carton coding capabilities

Videojet 2380 large character system now employs up to four printheads to print on multiple sides of cases and cartons.




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GNT introduces Exberry paprika emulsion

The brand is expanding possibilities for bright orange shades with clean-label Exberry paprika emulsion.




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Fun Friday: HI-CHEW and Menchie's collab, Oprah's Favorite Things pound cake, Pinkbox monthly doughnut

This week's Fun Friday includes a Menchie's and HI-CHEW partnership, Oprah's Favorite Things pound cake, Pinkbox Doughnuts' treat of the month, a Haribo and Adidas sneaker collab, and IT'SUGAR's "Chews-Your-Mix" candy experience.




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Primera debuts LX4000 color label printer

LX4000 uses the same print engine as Primera’s LX910 Color Label Printer, but with the addition of large, individual ink tanks and a reusable thermal inkjet print head.




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Ardent Mills blends tradition with advanced technology

With history dating back more than 150 years, the flour and ingredient provider still innovates with technology like Fortress metal detectors.




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Functional and nutritional ingredients aim to please health-conscious consumers

Consumers increasingly seek products with better-for-you nutritional profiles; the right ingredients can help deliver.




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ADM launches insights tool for sugar reduction trends

On average, 83% of consumers are limiting or avoiding sugars in their diets, but the products of particular concern vary widely.




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Bakers and snack makers seek ovens and proofers with advanced capabilities

When selecting ovens and proofers, labor savings and remote monitoring are at the top of bakers and snack makers lists.




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Kerry Health and Nutrition Institute discloses key 2025 food trends

In Ten Key Health and Nutrition Trends for 2025, the food solutions supplier lays out factors likely to impact consumer behavior and product innovation.




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Hifood wins two Plant-Based Excellence Awards

The two wood-fired pizzas that won the honors were crafted using the ingredients supplier's Proteios textured vegetable protein.




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Remembering Nathan Norris, baking industry legend (1960–2024)

The respected industry leader served the baking field for more than 45 years, most recently as diversity, equity, and inclusion director with Highland Baking Co.




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Sir Jim Walker of Walker's Shortbread's receives American Scottish award

The foundation’s award is intended to salute Sir Walker for both his work in furthering relations between the two countries, and for the company’s U.S. growth.




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Mexican candy Tamalitoz hits U.S. shelves

Started by a Mexican-British couple, the brand aims to mesmerize consumers’ taste buds.




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Guittard debuts dark chocolate mini chips with coconut sugar

The dark chocolate mini chips, available for commercial baking as well as home baking, contain no refined cane sugar.




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Bantam Bagels now available nationwide in foodservice

Bantam Bagels—NYC's favorite mini stuffed bagels—are now available for foodservice sales nationwide, through all distributors.




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MECATHERM and ABI LTD join forces to launch MECABAGEL, a production line specially designed for bagels

MECATHERM has joined forces with ABI LTD to launch MECABAGEL, an industrial production solution for bagels that is unmatched on the market.




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Soozy's Grain-Free announces availability of breads and bagels in Whole Foods Market stores nationwide

Soozy’s Grain-Free has officially announced the availability of its bread and bagel product lines.