Constellation Brands 1Q Income Soars from Crown Imports
July 3, 2014 12:30 pm | by Associated Press | News | CommentsThe wine, liquor and beer company Constellation Brands Inc. said its fiscal first-quarter net income soared thanks to Crown Imports. The company purchased Group Modelo U.S. beer business in June 2013 from Anheuser-Busch InBev for about $5.3 billion.
More Than 30 Global Packaging Industry Groups Expected at PACK EXPO
July 3, 2014 12:20 pm | by PACK EXPO | News | CommentsPMMI announced that more than 30 of the world's leading packaging industry groups will be attending the PACK EXPO International 2014. PMMI, owner and producer of PACK EXPO, invited the organizations to exhibit as part of a program that strengthens industry connections.
Teen's Caffeine Overdose Raises Concern on Added Amounts in Food
July 3, 2014 12:00 pm | by Associated Press | News | CommentsThe caffeine overdose in a healthy teen has gotten the attention of the commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration about the increasing amounts of caffeine in a whole range of foods. The agency is investigating the safety of energy drinks and energy shots.
UC President Plans to Safeguard World Food Supply with Global Initiative
July 3, 2014 12:00 pm | by LISA LEFF, Associated Press | News | CommentsThe University of California President Janet Napolitano has plans to tackle one of the world's most important problems: food. As a former Homeland Security secretary, Napolitano has issued a new UC Global Food Initiative to safeguard the world's food supply.
Philadelphia Food Truck Explodes, Puts 2 in Critical Condition
July 3, 2014 12:00 pm | by JOSH CORNFIELD, Associated Press | News | CommentsA food truck exploded in Philadelphia last night when a propane tank burst. The explosion injured the mother and daughter working on the food truck and sent at least nine others to the hospital for burns across substantial portions of their bodies.
Reindustrialization: Reshoring Jobs to the U.S.
July 3, 2014 8:45 am | by Dan North, Chief Economist, Euler Hermes | Blogs | CommentsThe U.S. has among the lowest labor costs in the industrialized world and is awash in cheap energy, making it attractive for businesses to reshore by bringing their operations back to the U.S. In a recent survey, 54 percent of executives indicated that they are planning to reshore.
Infographic: What's Really Inside Your Tea Bag
July 3, 2014 8:40 am | by Compound Interest | News | CommentsWhat's in that cup of tea? Andy Brunning, a high school chemistry teacher in the U.K., makes beautiful infographics about everyday chemistry on his blog, Compound Interest. Unsurprisingly, his most popular posts are about food and drinks.
Nestle USA Sells Juicy Juice Brand
July 3, 2014 8:20 am | by Associated Press | News | CommentsBrynwood Partners has purchased the Juicy Juice brand from Nestle USA with plans to leverage the 37-year-old brand's nutritional attributes by making changes to its packaging. This is the sixth acquisition the private equity has completed with Nestle.
Michigan Officials Approve Fish Hatchery Expansion
July 3, 2014 8:10 am | by JOHN FLESHER, AP Environmental Writer | News | CommentsA northern Michigan commercial fish hatchery, Harrietta Hills Trout Farm LLC, has been granted a pollutant discharge permit to increase production from about 20,000 pounds of rainbow trout a year to 300,000 pounds. The expansion will help protect the Au Sable River.
VIDEO: The Golden Age of Organics
July 3, 2014 8:00 am | by TheLempertReport | Videos | CommentsA study by the OTA shows that organic products, including condiments, snack foods, meat and fish are up significantly in sales compared to last year. However, there is no research to show whether or not organic foods are any healthier than conventional foods.
Tyson Foods Signs Definitive Deal to Buy Hillshire Brands
July 3, 2014 8:00 am | by Associated Press | News | CommentsAfter Tyson Foods was let out of its previous agreement to buy Pinnacle Foods, the maker of Jimmy Dean sausages has now signed a deal to purchase Hillshire Brands for $7.75B. Tyson Foods has agreed to pay the $163 million termination fee to Pinnacle on behalf of HIllshire.
AB InBev Buys Czech Brewer to Reclaim 'Budweiser'
July 3, 2014 8:00 am | by Associated Press | News | CommentsThe Budweiser war continues with Anheuser-Busch InBev buying a small Czech brewery, Samson. AB InBev is currently in a legal battle over the Budweiser trademark name with Budvar, another Czech brewer. The purchase was an effort by AB InBev to reclaim the name.
Cider, Calvados Stoke American Apple Beverage Trend
July 3, 2014 8:00 am | by Michelle Locke, The Associated Press | News | CommentsHard cider sales have grown substantially during the past five years. The success of craft ciders has caused other new apple-based boozes to enter the market, such as Karner Blue gin, which is distilled from apples, not grains, at a New Hampshire winery and distillery.
Clear Carotenoids
July 3, 2014 7:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsThis company is highlighting their new product line of neutral-tasting, nature-identical carotenoids.
Corrosion-Resistant Chains
July 3, 2014 7:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsThis new range of lube-free plastic combination chains for the food and beverage industries meet strict EU food processing standards.
5 Manufacturing Business Benefits of Shifting Paper Forms to Mobile Apps
July 2, 2014 12:30 pm | by Jason Peck | Articles | CommentsThe costs and inefficiencies of paper forms are no longer lost on manufacturing businesses that are ramping up efforts to shift paper forms and manual processes to mobile apps — and to integrate mobility with key business processes.
Study: Kids Familiar with Food Logos Are More Likely to be Obese
July 2, 2014 12:30 pm | by Michigan State University | News | CommentsA research team that included a Michigan State University professor tested kids on their knowledge of various brands, such as golden arches or silly rabbits, and found that those who could identify them the most tended to have higher body mass indexes, or BMIs.
Consumer Trends: The First Superfood for Moms
July 2, 2014 12:30 pm | by Now For Mothers Food Corp | News | CommentsMoms can now enjoy the first food made especially for them: Now For Mothers Healing Mix. This natural post pregnancy formula provides babies with the precursor fats required for effective brain development. Product can be sprinkled onto food or mixed into drinks.
Quiznos Emerges from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
July 2, 2014 12:30 pm | by Associated Press | News | CommentsQuiznos emerged from the Chapter 11 bankruptcy after restructuring its finances. The sandwich chain filed for protection in March and reduced its debt by more than $400 million. The Denver company owns and operates only seven of the 2,100 Quiznos around the nation.
That Patriotic Apple Pie Is Less Likely to be Frozen
July 2, 2014 12:20 pm | by Mintel | News | CommentsFrozen cakes and pies declined 2.4 percent from 2009-2014 as consumers focus on gourmet flavors and shift towards viewing pies and cakes as an indulgent snack. According to Mintel research, 41 percent of consumers claim to eat prepared snacks between meals.
