UC Davis to honor Bruhn
The University of California, Davis has announced that Christine Mattson Bruhn, Consumer Food Marketing Specialist in the Dept. of Food Science and Technology at UC Davis, and an international authority … Continue Reading →
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FMI names VP, industry events, to lead FMI Connect
Food Marketing Institute said Monday it has hired Margaret Edgell Core as VP, industry events, with primary responsibilities to lead the association’s annual convention — FMI Connect, the Global Food … Continue Reading →
National Food Lab promotes Lohmeyer
The National Food Lab, a consulting and testing firm supporting the food and beverage industry, has promoted Debbie Lohmeyer to Senior Vice President of Consulting Services. IFT Daily News
Fruit, veggie consumption may improve mental health
A study published in BMJ Open shows that mental wellbeing may be associated with an individual’s fruit and vegetable consumption. IFT Daily News
Walmart launches food sustainability initiative
Wal-Mart Stores on Monday introduced a new commitment to food sustainability, saying the effort would contribute to lowering the “true cost” of food while improving access to healthy food and … Continue Reading →
Cherry juice may reduce inflammation
A study published in the Journal of Functional Foods shows that consuming Montmorency tart cherries may cause changes in uric acid metabolism, which can have an impact on joint pain. … Continue Reading →
Lidl: A taste of the future?
While German-born discounter Aldi continues a successful expansion in the United States, its homeland rival Lidl is planning to make a similar voyage. read more Supermarket News
Ingredion expands distribution agreement with Desert King International
Ingredion Inc., a global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, has entered into an expanded distribution agreement with Desert King International, a producer of Quillaja saponaria and Yucca schidigera … Continue Reading →
ADM completes acquisition of WILD Flavors
Archer Daniels Midland Co. has completed the acquisition of WILD Flavors GmbH. IFT Daily News
Sales growth for CPG stems from lower-calorie foods
Providing consumers lower-calorie foods is good for business and public health, according to a new research report from Hudson Institute, an independent policy research organization. IFT Daily News