Frozen Food Digest back issues from December 2002:
Organic foods. (News Notes).
Dec 01, 2002; ... It's no secret that more and more grocery shoppers are choosing to "go organic." As a matter of fact, more than a third of all households are buying organic foods today. That's why Cascadian Farm, a leading manufacturer of delicious and wholesome organic products, is introducing ...
Bob Evans expands potato line. (News Notes).
Dec 01, 2002; ... Bob Evans Farms has combined two consumer favorites--sour cream & chives and mashed potatoes--in a new product that expands the company's growing line of potato offerings. Bob Evans Sour Cream & Chives Mashed Potatoes is a convenient side dish that will be introduced throughout ...
Flowers Foods acquires Ideal Baking Co. in Arkansas. (News Notes).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002; ... Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) has announced it has acquired Ideal Baking Co., Inc., in Batesville, AR. The transaction was accomplished as a merger involving the exchange of an undisclosed number of Flowers Foods common shares for all outstanding Ideal Baking Co. stock. Ideal Baking ...
Quorn launches Turkey-style roast. (News Notes).
Dec 01, 2002; ... Forty percent of Americans say they are looking for new choices for their holiday meal this year, according to a recent survey. Quorn Foods, already proven as the number one meat-free poultry alternative in natural foods stores nationwide, is answering this call with a healthful ...
Shrimp is now America's favorite seafood--and Seapak is America's favorite breaded shrimp; independent reports show shrimp is now America's favorite seafood, and SeaPak Shrimp Co. is America's favorite frozen breaded shrimp--with an over 50% market share. The Company continues successful growth by introducing a full line of breaded shrimp for the foodservice market.
Dec 01, 2002 ... The recent announcement by NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service, that shrimp is now America's favorite seafood, surprised a lot of people--but not at the SeaPak Shrimp Co. In response to the landmark NOAA announcement, SeaPak CEO Bruce Major said, "Not only did we see this ...
Prime purchases assets of OKC based Rocor Int.(Oklahoma City)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Prime, Inc., a leading international refrigerated, flatbed and liquid bulk truckload carrier headquartered in Springfield, MO, has announced that it has agreed to purchase the assets of Oklahoma City based ROCOR International. "This acquisition is important to Prime," said ...
The U.S. food marketing system, 2002.(United States)
Dec 01, 2002; ... The food marketing system is an important part of the U.S. economy. In 2000, the food and fiber marketing system accounted for 7.7% of U.S. GDP and employed over 12% of the U.S. labor force. An increasing share of what consumers spend on food goes to marketing services added after the ...
Icelandic[R] USA Inc. launches Tilapia seafood line with Coco Lopez[R] coatings. (Seafood).
Dec 01, 2002 ... The growing popularity of tropical flavored foods, especially those that identify the Caribbean Islands, has led Icelandic[R] USA, Inc., one of the leading frozen seafood companies in the United States, to introduce four exotic-coated tilapia fillets. The line is being marketed under the ...
French fries driving globalization of frozen potato industry.
Dec 01, 2002; ... Driven largely by growing popularity of Western-style cuisine, particularly fast food via quick-service restaurants (QSRs), frozen french fries and other frozen potato products are generating billions of dollars in sales worldwide each year. Although precise worldwide production and sales ...
New All Kitchens-Pocahontas relationship strengthens independent distributors: deal enhances purchasing power and cost efficiencies while maintaining brand autonomy.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The chief executives of All Kitchens of America and Pocahontas Foods USA say that the just-announced acquisition of All Kitchens by the Pocahontas parent company, Performance Food Group is a win-win for both companies and will fortify the market position of all independent foodservice ...
AFFI elects new officers, directors at annual meeting.(American Frozen Food Institute)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) elected new officers and members of its Board of Directors at its 62nd Annual Meeting held in Orlando, Florida, on October 13, 2002, during the National Frozen Food Convention. Robert Brubaker, chairman of the board and chief executive ...
Turbine Agitator. (Equipment Update).
Dec 01, 2002 ... Chemineer, Inc., a unit of Robbins & Myers, Inc., offers the rugged and versatile HT Turbine Agitator, capable of handling virtually any process. Its unique design results in high strength, low wear, quiet operation, and minimal ...
Seamless Floor and Wall Systems. (Equipment Update).
Dec 01, 2002 ... Concerns about indoor exposure to mold in public and commercial buildings are growing daily as the public learns that exposure to mold and microbial contamination can cause a variety of allergic reactions and illnesses. Designing facilities with materials that are easy to clean ...
Chips & sticks make snacking healthy. (Retail).
Dec 01, 2002 ... Harvest Bay has introduced six varieties of vegetable chips and sticks that are all natural, made with real carrots, green beans, squash, taro, sweet potatoes, red sweet potatoes and radishes. Vacuum cooked in 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil, these ...
Stellar begins an expansion for Burris Refrigerated Logistics.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The Stellar Group is beginning construction on a new 177,000 ss. ft. expansion for Burris Refrigerated Logistics. This expansion will almost triple the current size of the low temperature distribution facility in Jacksonville. Burris Logistics is one of the nation's largest ...
Specialty Brands sold.(to Fremont Partners)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Specialty Brands frozen-foods division of Tyson Foods Inc., will be sold to Fremont Partners, a private equity firm based in San Francisco. Its brands include Jose ...
ASHRAE: Chicago meeting offers cutting edge technology, technical information.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... More than 50,000 people are coming to Chicago to attend the ASHRAE Winter Meeting and/or AHR Expo. They will have the chance to learn, network, and take part in important Society ...
Stellar begins construction on a new expansion for Associated Grocers Inc.(Stellar Group, freezer expansion)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The Stellar Group is beginning construction on a new 30,000 sq. ft. freezer expansion for Associated Grocers, Inc., which will bring the facility to over 530,000 square feet. Associated Grocers, Inc. is on the leading edge of technology, offering Independent Retail Grocers a ...
Organic foods not healthier than conventional.(Institute of Food Technologists)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Organic foods are not superior in nutritional quality or safety when compared against conventional foods, yet organics do have the potential for greater pathogen contamination. Thus, purchasing organically grown produce is not necessary for safety or nutritional reasons, ...
AFFI's Frozen Food Filibuster showcases member companies' products to members of Congress; reception attracts more than 350 guests. (AFFI's Washington Watch).(American Frozen Food Institute )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Members of Congress and key congressional staff had the opportunity to sample some of the finest frozen cuisine at the Second Annual Frozen Food Filibuster Reception, sponsored by AFFI. The event, which was held September 25, 2002, presented a premier opportunity for AFFI member companies ...
AFFI submits comments to FDA on provisions of the Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act. (AFFI's Washington Watch).(American Frozen Food Institute, Food and Drug Administration)
Dec 01, 2002 ... AFFI recently submitted comments and made several recommendations to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the implementation of prior notice, recordkeeping and registration provisions of the recently enacted Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act ...
AFFI elects new officers, directors at annual meeting. (AFFI's Washington Watch).(American Frozen Food Institute)
Dec 01, 2002 ... AFFI elected new officers and members of its Board of Directors at its 62nd Annual Meeting held in Orlando, Florida, on October 13, 2002, during the National Frozen Food Convention. Robert Brubaker, chairman of the board and chief executive officer, King & Prince Seafood Corp., ...
Anuga FoodTec.
Dec 01, 2002 ... From April 8 to 11, 2003, Anuga FoodTec will be showing modern solutions for food production, processing, warehousing and distribution. The international trade fair for food technology, with its multi-process and cross-sector approach, will be focusing on the trend toward ...
Bonfiglioli undergoes major expansion in North America.(Bonfiglioli USA Inc.)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Due to the significant growth and success of its power transmission products, Bonfiglioli has announced the restructuring of its North American organization into two separate companies. Bonfiglioli Canada Inc. in Concord, Ontario, will service the Canadian market while ...
Food industry gains productivity ground.(food distributors, sales report)
Dec 01, 2002 ... A new study says that food distributors have outperformed other U.S. wholesalers in total sales. According to the 2002 Distributor Productivity and Financial Report published by Food Distributors International (FDI), wholesale grocers experienced a 6.6% sales gain, and ...
Leveraging the supply chain through packaging.
Dec 01, 2002; ... One of the least understood and most overlooked opportunities in the supply chain is packaging organization. What this means is evaluating the impact of all aspects of the supply chain on the size, shape and strength of the cardboard shipping case, when this is done properly (and most ...
Polly-O[R] Fresh Mozzarella. (Foodservice).(Kraft Foods product)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Polly-O Fresh Mozzarella is packed in water to capture its just-made freshness. Whether you add it to a salad already on your menu or create one in your signature style, you add the value your customers seek. And, customers are willing to pay more when their expectations of value are met ....
New Lamb Weston Brand Hot Picks[TM]. (Retail).(stuffed sandwiches, pizza sticks; Lamb Weston)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Generate excitement and profits by offering popular hand-held versions of proven menu favorites. Introducing new Lamb Weston Brand Hot Picks[TM], a convenient, great-tasting selection of stuffed sandwiches and pizza sticks for food-service, convenience stores and vending ...
Irradiated fresh ground beef increasingly available at retail.(Pathmark Supermarkets)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The recent announcement by Pathmark Supermarkets that its stores in New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia metropolitan areas will now carry irradiated fresh ground beef is just the latest in a string of such announcements, indicating greater availability of irradiated ground beef products ...
McCain Foods acquires Wong Wing Foods of Montreal.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... McCain Foods has acquired Wong Wing Foods of Montreal, Canada's leading manufacturer of frozen, authentic Chinese entrees, egg rolls and dim sum. In making the announcement, McCain Foods Chairman Harrison McCain noted, "The acquisition of Wong Wing is an excellent fit with our ...
New Lamb Weston Brand Hot Picks[TM]. (Foodservice).(stuffed sandwiches, pizza sticks)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Generate excitement and profits by offering popular hand-held versions of proven menu favorites. Introducing new Lamb Weston Brand Hot Picks[TM], a convenient, great-tasting selection of stuffed sandwiches and pizza sticks for food-service, convenience stores and vending ...
Introduction of Jaiba Supremo surimi seafood. (Retail).(Trans-Ocean Products)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Trans-Ocean Products, Inc., one of the country's largest processors and marketers of surimi seafoods, has announced the introduction of Jaiba Supremo, a surimi seafood product developed to appeal to the significant and growing Latino population in the United States. Jaiba ...
Ropak adds new sizes and features to EZ Stor[R] line. (Equipment Update).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Ropak Packaging's EZ Stor gasket-free containers now are available in 5-liter and 6.1-liter sizes and offer an exclusive Ring Pull opening feature for even greater convenience. The EZ Stor's unique cover is hinged so that it can be opened while remaining attached to the ...
Aurora appoints Hojnacki Sr. VP.(Aurora Foods, Michael J. Hojnacki )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Aurora Foods Inc. (NYSE: AOR), a producer and marketer of leading food brands, has announced that it has strengthened its marketing execution capabilities by naming Michael J. Hojnacki to the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Marketing. In this new role, Mr ....
McCain Foods tops $6 billion in sales.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The McCain Group of companies has reported $6.1 billion in international consolidated sales for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2002. The 2002 international sales represent a 30 year compound growth rate of more than 16% for the McCain Group. "We look forward to ...
Schwan's Consumer Brands North America names Director of Marketing Services.(Darci Eckermann )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Schwan's Consumer Brands North America has announced the appointment of Darci Eckermann as Director of Marketing Services. Working at the company for the past six years, Eckermann most recently held the position of National Brand Group Manager for Red Baron[R] pizza, a division of ...
China increases exports of fresh and frozen vegetables to Japan.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002; ... China sharply increased its presence in Japan's import markets for fresh and frozen vegetables in the 1990s. The fast growth of Chinese frozen vegetable exports to Japan, however, does not yet pose a serious challenge to the position of U.S. frozen vegetables in Japan. Japan's ...
Batter up! (Seafood).(new shrimp products from Tampa Maid)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Tampa Maid has announced the addition of their new Batter Dipt line of shrimp products. Each premium shrimp is dipped in a rich golden batter that cooks up with a light crispy bite when prepared. These shrimp are easy to make and profitable additions to any menu. The Batter Dipt ...
They're elegant and easy: fall meals made with Maine lobster. (Seafood).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Cool fall evenings are perfect for warm, at-home times with family and friends--and Maine lobster is the perfect ingredient for elegant, but easy recipes that can turn any meal into a five-star event. The Classic lobster Cocktail is everyone's favorite tickle-the-taste buds ...
General Mills recall.( Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried Beans )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... General Mills is recalling 4,080 cans of Old El Paso Traditional Variety Refried Beans in five states (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky and Missouri) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that can cause Botulism. The potential ...
Rich Products expands United Kingdom operations; opens new UK-based cookie plant and headquarters.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Rich Products Corp. has expanded its United Kingdom operations and has announced the opening of a new cookie manufacturing facility and an expanded UK headquarters office complex in Kidderminster, England. "Our new cookie plant and expanded headquarters are products of exciting ...
Birds Eye[R] survey reveals the raw facts on veggies.
Dec 01, 2002 ... Everyone knows vegetables are good for you, but what else are they bringing to your diet? A recent national survey conducted by Market Facts on behalf of Birds Eye revealed that Americans do not know nearly as much as they think they do about the health benefits of vegetables. * ...
USDA issues guidelines for interim voluntary country of origin labeling markings; frozen produce affected under new guidelines. (AFFI's Washington Watch).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued interim voluntary country of origin labeling guidelines for certain commodities as required in the 2002 Farm Bill. Included in "covered commodity" are frozen fruits and vegetables. The Farm Bill required USDA to establish a voluntary country ...
FIEC announces launch of website. (AFFI's Washington Watch).(Food industry Environmental Council )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... In an effort to communicate more effectively and to provide more up-to-date information to its member companies, consumers, and the media, the Food industry Environmental Council (FIEC) announced the launch of its website: http://www.AFFI.com/FIEC In unveiling the site, AFFI's ...
Thieman Tailgates introduces new level ride stowaway liftgate. (Equipment Update).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... ThiemanTailgates has introduced a brand new "level ride stowaway liftgate" named the LRST. The LRST (Level Ride Stowaway) is designed for handling loads of up to 4,000 lbs. The LRST features a self-leveling action and an adjustable platform to provide a stable, "level with ...
Heatcraft Director of Operations names. (People).(David Blake Miller of Heatcraft Refrigeration Products)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Heatcraft Refrigeration Products LLC has named David Blake Miller Director of Operations. In his new position, Miller is responsible for all operations at Heatcraft's Danville facility ...
Praxair Certified Rebuilt Freezer Program boosts production at Channel Seafood. (Briefs).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Praxair, Inc. (NYSE:PXS) has announced that Channel Seafood is one of the first customers to take advantage of Praxair's new Certified Rebuilt Freezer Program. The product line offers rebuilt cryogenic freezer equipment and was announced by Praxair Food Technologies earlier this ...
All winners: newly inducted Zerocrats pose with their awards during the festivities at the National Frozen Food Convention.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Left to right, John Rotelle; Larry Rauch, Los Angeles Cold Storage; Ricardo Alvarez, Country Pure Foods; Brian Nichols, Marsh Supermarkets; and Julia Wells, Pictsweet Frozen Foods. ...
Plan ahead.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... With 1,053 exhibitors from 37 countries and about 36,000 trade visitors from 111 countries, Anuga FoodTec 2000 was forum for a wide range of technologies, making it the leading trade fair for the food processing and packaging industry. This represents an additional opportunity ...
Color brochure. (Literature).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... A four page color brochure outlines Smoot Co.'s process for the design and manufacture of a complete range of dilute and dense phase unloading transfer systems. Their inventive product designs have been granted patents ...
Food industry reduces transportation costs.
Dec 01, 2002 ... Despite the negative effects of the worldwide economic downturn, food distributors have improved many of the key performance indicators in their transportation function, according to a new study. The 2002 Food Industry Transportation and Fleet Maintenance Report published by ...
Hench Control occupies new headquarters office. (News From Hench).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... San Jose, California--Hench Control moved from its combined manufacturing and engineering headquarters to a new facility here as part of its decision to move manufacturing to its Canadian operation. The new address of Hench Control's headquarters is 4000 Moorpark Avenue, Suite 118, San ...
Sysco Foods upgrades facility in Peterborough. (News From Hench).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Peterborough, Ontario--Sysco Foods has placed an order with Hench Control International in Guelph, Ontario for five new control modules to control the refrigeration equipment in its expanded distribution warehouse located here. Construction of the expansion has begun, and is expected to be ...
Several facilities upgrade computer systems. (News From Hench).(Hench Control )(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... San Jose--Several Hench Control customers have opted to take advantage of the rapid improvement in computers, operating systems and color graphics to upgrade their control systems. Most of these customers had computers with clock speeds in the 300 to 500 MHz range; with memories of 64MB, ...
New England Country Baker starts up facility. (News From Hench).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Milford, Connecticut--Startup of the New England Country Baker facility happened over a four week period recently in Milford. The refrigeration contractor is J. P. Kempf Construction of Milford. The new facility has freezer rooms, cooler rooms and blast freezers to ...
U.S. executives to meet with Cuban trade officials in Cancun and Havana.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... More than 400 top executives of U.S. agribusiness, wood and medical products, state agricultural officials and elected members of Congress are expected to meet to amend the U.S.-Cuba Business Conference (www.wdf.org) slated for Feb. 17-19, 2003 in Cancun, Mexico and Havana, Cuba. ...
Stocks in cold storage: by commodity, U.S. September, 2002: compiled by USDA Agricultural Statistics Board.
Dec 01, 2002 ... <Pre> Stocks in Gold Storage: By Commodity U.S. September, 2002 Compiled by USDA Agricultural Statistics Board Stocks in All Warehouses PercentPublic of Warehouse ...
Stocks in cold storage: by region, September, 2002: compiled by USDA Agricultural Statistics Board.
Dec 01, 2002 ... <Pre> Stocks in Cold Storage: By Region, September, 2002 Compiled by USDA Agricultural Statistics BoardEast West New Middle North North Commodity England Atlantic ...
Modular flattop chain conveyor system. (Equipment Update).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... A new system of flattop or tabletop chain conveyors is being introduced by mk Automation, Inc., to meet many applications in high volume product handling. Modular sub-assemblies including drive units, straight track and curves allow for the quick and economical assembly of ...
Wampler Foods recall expanded to record 27.4 million pounds.(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Wampler Foods Inc., a unit of the Pilgrim's Pride Corp., recalled all cooked products made since May at a suburban Philadelphia plant, and halted production at the facility, because the meat could be contaminated with listeria, authorities said Sunday. The recall of about 27.4 ...
Lamb Weston brand Flamethrower Fries[TM]. (Foodservice).(from ConAgra Foods Specialty Potato Products)(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Heat up your menu with Lamb Weston brand Flamethrower Fries[TM], a new seasoned fry from ConAgra Foods Specialty Potato Products. According to the American Spice Trade Association, "heat" is the hottest foodservice trend going and Flamethrower Fries[TM] have flavor to burn? ...
Steven R. Shawley named president of Thermo King North America. (People).(Brief Article)
Dec 01, 2002 ... Steven R. Shawley has been named president of Thermo King North America. Shawley succeeds Erl Swierkowski, who has chosen to retire and conclude a 33-year career with the company. Before being named president, Shawley ...
Pasco June report: Frozen Juices and Drinks category.(sales statistics )
Dec 01, 2002 ... * Category dollar sales for frozen juices and drinks total $188.3 million and are down 12.7% vs. year ago. * Frozen Orange Juice is the leading segment with a 38.3 dollar share while dollar sales are down 15.3% vs. year ago. * Frozen Drinks, the second leading segment ...
Future convention activities.
Dec 01, 2002 ... Year 2003 Jan 19-21 International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York, Jacob K. Javitz Convention Center. Contact: 978-475-4441. Feb. 2-5 The 39th Annual WFLO Institute, Norman, OK. Contact: 301-652-5674. Feb 2-5 National Grocers Association (NGA) ...