WTO rules against U.S. COOL meat labeling
According to Reuters, the United States faces potential trade sanctions from Canada and Mexico after the World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled on Oct. 20 it had failed to bring its … Continue Reading →
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Ingredion unveils network of global ‘Idea Labs’
At a recent kick-off event attended by about 75 customers at its flagship R&D center in Bridgewater, N.J., Ingredion unveiled its ‘Idea Labs’ concept—a global network of 24 innovation centers … Continue Reading →
Color, texture matter most when it comes to tomatoes
A study published in the Journal of Food Science shows that consumers look for color and texture when selecting fresh tomatoes. IFT Daily News
Chiquita rejects Cutrale/Safra acquisition offer
Chiquita Brands International Inc. has announced that its Board of Directors, after careful consultation with its legal and financial advisors, unanimously determined that the offer from the Cutrale Group and … Continue Reading →
Multisorb senior management to purchase company
Multisorb Technologies has announced that senior management, led by Michael R. McGee, Chairman, and James V. Renda, President, has partnered with Summer Street Capital Partners to purchase the company from … Continue Reading →
B&G Foods names Cantwell President, CEO
B&G Foods Inc. has appointed Robert C. Cantwell as its next President and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2015. IFT Daily News
American consumers will spend more on responsibly produced food
On average, Americans are willing to spend 31% more per week on grocery food produced in ways that uphold the principles of corporate social responsibility (CSR), according to the Conscious … Continue Reading →
World Cocoa Foundation implements sustainability efforts
Hundreds of members of the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) and leaders from the global cocoa sector convened in Copenhagen, Denmark, to take further steps toward implementing a comprehensive strategy, called … Continue Reading →
Private label expected to grow as consumers seek affordable, healthy food
To address consumer concerns surrounding wellness and nutrition with more affordable healthy food options, manufacturers and retailers have built private label brands. IFT Daily News
Overworked employees turn to energy drinks
Datamonitor Consumer has identified a link between being overworked and the need for energy products. IFT Daily News