Nuts may help people live longer
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine shows that consuming nuts may help you live longer. IFT Daily News
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Nestlé joins alliance for responsible plant-based plastics
Nestlé has announced that it will work in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and seven consumer firms to encourage the responsible development of bioplastics, derived from plant materials. … Continue Reading →
Coffee may improve blood vessel function
A study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2013 shows that the caffeine in a cup of coffee may help small blood vessels work better. IFT Daily News
U.S. food recalls drop in Q3
According to ExpertRECALL, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Reports documented 252 food recalls in the third quarter of 2013, representing a 14% decline over the previous quarter. … Continue Reading →
Frutarom acquires control of Russian flavors company PTI
Frutarom Industries Ltd. has announced that it concluded the terms of an agreement for the acquisition of 75% of the share capital of the Protein Technologies Ingredients Group (PTI) for … Continue Reading →
Coca-Cola to invest $30 M in Wisconsin plant
According to BizTimes, Coca-Cola Co. has announced a $ 30 million investment and expansion of its bottling plant in Milwaukee, Wis. IFT Daily News
Pilgrim’s Pride announces plant restructuring
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. has announced several operational changes. Effective Jan. 24, 2014, Pilgrim’s will expand its operations in Russellville, Ala., and Douglas, Ga., to absorb the current fresh poultry processing … Continue Reading →
Cost of classic Thanksgiving dinner down for 2013
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 28th annual informal price survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 … Continue Reading →
Buffaloberry may be next super fruit
A study published in the Journal of Food Science shows that an underutilized berry called the buffaloberry could be the new super fruit, due to its large amounts of lycopene … Continue Reading →
Heinz to close plants, cut 1,350 jobs
According to the Associated Press, H.J. Heinz Co. is closing three plants in North America and cutting 1,350 jobs in an effort to operate more efficiently. IFT Daily News