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BetterBrand launches limited-edition Zedd x Jalapeno Cheddar Better Bagel

The low-carb producer has partnered with the Grammy-winning DJ on its new flavor.




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Bagel sales hold steady as BFY brands deepen connections

Bagels continue to tempt consumers, with better-for-you versions attracting attention and dollars.




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KPM Analytics adds three models to its SpectraStar NIR Analyzer Series

KPM Analytics has announced three new instrument configurations for its Unity Scientific SpectraStar product line.




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ADM announces industry's first net carbon neutral milling operations

ADM has announced that the company has achieved net carbon neutral status for its U.S. flour milling operations.




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European trends influence the global baking industry

Bread is a universal language. Nearly every culture has historical roots in forming judicious combinations of water and grains, seeds, pulses, starches, and other substrates, often functionally lightened with some sort of leavening, and perhaps a dash of salt for flavor. It’s the quintessential expression of science, art, and sustenance.




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Capitol Food Company invests in future of food with significant financial commitments

Capitol Food Company, headquartered in Cerritos, California, is proud to announce it has made significant financial investments resulting in improved efficiency in their blending and packaging facility located in La Mirada, CA. 




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Bruins Instruments acquired by KPM Analytics

KPM Analytics, Inc., a Union Park Capital portfolio company, announced it has acquired Bruins Instruments, a German-based manufacturer of high-resolution near-infrared reflectance and transmission analyzers.




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Italian flour companies launch campaign to promote premium organic flours

Three-year export initiative unveiled at Bakery @ SIAL America.




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Ardent Mills: consumers seeking grains that fit their health needs, taste

According to the company, consumers want grains that fit in with their taste buds and health goals.




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Consumer trends and interest in health and wellbeing driving greater variety of grains for bakery and snack manufacturers

Health-conscious consumers are driving growth in grains both old and new.




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United Sorghum Checkoff announces sponsorship of American Heart Association's Healthy for Good initiative

The United Sorghum Checkoff Program announced today its new national sponsorship of the American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good initiative, which inspires Americans to make lasting changes in their diets and health one small step at a time.




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Bob's Red Mill launches Protein Oats in organic and conventional versions

Made with just whole-grain rolled oats, it contains 60% more protein than regular oats.




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Highland Specialty Grains introduces new barley varieties

According to the grain company, the products offer higher protein and more beta-glucan.




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Grains appeal to producers looking for nutritional and sustainability benefits

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recognize grains as an important part of a healthy eating pattern. Grain foods provide dietary fiber as well as essential vitamins (i.e., folate, thiamine, niacin, vitamin B6, riboflavin, and vitamin A) and minerals (i.e., iron, zinc, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorous, and selenium).




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Grains deliver health benefits, versatility, and taste

Grains are a fundamental ingredient in bakery and snack food products that can provide flavor, texture, nutrition, and functional benefits. What’s more, there exists a multitude of different grains to choose from, depending upon the product needs. 




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Global Organics' Wild Agave Syrup

Global Organics Ltd. has solved the twin problems of fluctuating prices and product adulteration with its newly launched Organic Wild Salmiana Agave Syrup. 




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International Molasses powdered sweetener made from fresh-squeezed cane juice

International Molasses (IM) has introduced CaneRite Panela, an all-natural, free-flowing powder sweetener made from the freshly squeezed juice of the entire sugar cane plant.




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Sweet idea: virtual sampling

We’ve grown more flexibly remote of late as we seek to connect as an industry. 




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Global Organics to offer Regenerative Organic Certified sugar

Global Organics is proud to recognize its longtime partner, Natíve, for becoming the first Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) sugar producer. 




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PureCircle receives approval of stevia ingredients from bioconversion

PureCircle will offer three ingredients from bioconversion—Reb D, Reb M, and Reb AM—to food and beverage manufacturers across the European Union.




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Sweeteners balance consumer desire for sweet treats and good health

Consumers want sweet snacks and baked goods with less sugar; here are ways to deliver.




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Bascon Maple Farms taps into natural bakery ingredient solutions

Producers can harness the supplier’s maple syrup and sugar for pastries and other items.




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Autumn/winter food decorating catalog available

Earlier this month, the Lucks Autumn and Winter 2012 catalog was made available. This book is full of new design collections, supply items and fresh decorating ideas designed to inspire decorators’ creativity.




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InfinityQS eBook Reveals the “Zen” of Manufacturing Intelligence

Available now, the “Zen Guide to Manufacturing Intelligence” leads manufacturing professionals down the path to an enlightened look at quality metrics that shows the potential for greater quality control and cost savings by extracting more value from manufacturing data.




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IFT heralds 2024 Global Food System Challenge winners

The program honors ideas with the potential to transform the world’s food system.




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Arla Foods Ingredients advances carbon reduction goals

The facility at the Danmark Protein site will be able to convert 2.8MW of electricity into 8MW of heat.




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Aloha launches special-edition Pa’akai Bar

The limited-time protein bar is made with sustainable, Hawaii-sourced ingredients.




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GNT trends report highlights demand for sustainable, natural colors

The trend, termed ‘Regeneration Rising,’ involves new palettes and factors consumers want.




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ADM exceeds 2M regenerative ag acre goal for 2023

The food solutions firm has lifted its 2025 regenerative agriculture goal to 5m acres.




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Producers continue advancing sustainability goals

The IBIE organizers name SF&WB sponsors of BEST in Baking for another show cycle.




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ADM, Smucker partner to improve U.S. peanut value chain

ADM has reached an agreement under which Golden Peanut, its peanut processing subsidiary, will collaborate with Smucker and the National Black Growers Council to support the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices.




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Fancypants whips up cookies with quality and sustainability in mind

The woman-founded brand features premium ingredients and upcycled flour.




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Mettler-Toledo achieves carbon neutral status for 5th year

Additionally, the company is on track to achieve its goal of sending zero waste to landfill by 2025.




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Tate & Lyle agreement cuts sucralose carbon footprint

The company aims to have 100% of electricity purchased for its operations renewably sourced by 2030




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Florida Crystals harnesses regenerative agriculture

An R&D expert from the sugar company shares insights on how the sustainable farming practice can benefit food producers, and the planet.




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Health and Nutritional Needs of Hispanic Customers

The 2010 Census revealed that one in every six U.S. residents is Hispanic. The U.S. Hispanic population ranks second worldwide. Unfortunately, the growing Hispanic population experiences similar health issues as non-Hispanics but the prevalence may be higher.




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Latinos and the American palate

There are 52 million Hispanics in the U.S., representing 16.7% of the total U.S. population. That many people are certainly having an impact on the food industry, and there’s no question that Latinos are quickly changing America’s palate.




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Will it really be enough for the future?

During the last few years, sustainability has received significant attention from many different groups.




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Helping Hispanics eat—and be—healthy

What can bakers do to improve the health of Hispanics? Plenty, and they should do it quickly. Why the urgency? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Latinos—males and females of all ages—have among the highest obesity rates in the United States. 




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Undeclared allergens continue to plague bakery industry

Product recalls in bakery and snack categories have remained consistent over the years, with undeclared allergens the primary cause. These costly recalls are preventable!




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Formulation and manufacturing challenges with gluten-free ingredients

The number of gluten-free products that have entered the market in recent years is quite large—almost mind-boggling. To some degree, this trend was fostered by FDA’s relatively new rule, Gluten-Free Labeling of Foods (August 2013), which allows manufacturers of foods inherently gluten-free to make such label claims. Thus, we now have gluten-free tomato sauce, a product that was probably always gluten-free.




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Aloha adds Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bar to lineup

A modern twist on Grandma’s classic recipe, the bar includes chewy gluten-free oats and chunky organic chocolate chips.




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Feel Good Foods launches Jalapeno Bites at Costco

Feel Good Foods, a gluten-free frozen comfort food brand, has announced availability of its Jalapeno Bites, now available at Costco stores in the Bay Area.




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Fairytale Brownies crafts gluten-free Magic Morsels

The company’s goal was to create a treat with the same appearance, taste, and texture profile as its original brownie recipe.




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Schär debuts gluten-free holiday cookies, Italian Panettone

Schär’s gluten-free Speculoos cookies and Panettone offer options for gluten-free holiday celebrations.




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Snack Manufacturer of the Year: Ballreich Bros. potato chip production

Ballreich Bros.’ 75,000-sq.-ft. potato chip and snack plant churns out 2,000-5,000 lb. of product an hour. Manufacturing product on a just-in-time basis, the family owned and operated company in Tiffin, Ohio, also produces new Sweet Potato Chips and shoestring Potato Sticks in three flavors.




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Blue Diamond Growers’ dream plant cooks up healthy almond snacks

Using advanced technology, a cross-functional operational strategy and effective collaboration tools, Blue Diamond’s ‘dream plant,’ a multimillion-dollar almond-processing facility in Turlock, CA, is a reality. The nearly 200,000-sq.-ft. site sets new standards of excellence for food safety, processing and building innovation. 




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2014 Bakery of the Year: Capistrano's Wholesale Bakery

‘Going from good to great’ is a pervasive theme at Phoenix-based Capistrano’s Bakery. So is the phrase, ‘It Can Be Done.’ This rather quiet, wholesale artisan baker works hard to ensure that its products are tasty, innovative and what its customers want. 




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High-tech almond processing at Blue Diamond Growers

Going for LEED Silver certification, Blue Diamond Growers’ new, state-of-the-art almond production plant in Turlock, CA, features nearly 200,000 sq. ft. of sophisticated almond technology, setting new standards of excellence for food safety, processing and building innovation. 




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Chicago Specialty Bakers brings Old World baked goods to life

Chicago Specialty Bakers brings traditional, Old World baked goods to life for today’s discerning consumers.