Prepared Foods back issues from September 2005:
A good mix.(Editorial)
Sep 01, 2005; ... "Marketing mix" is one of the best known phrases in marketing. Elements of the mix--the "four Ps" of price, place, product and promotion--define tactics used to support a company's marketing and business strategies. Having worked in both food manufacturing and publishing, it ...
A PF food quiz.(editorial views)
Sep 01, 2005 ... A PF Food Quiz A. What ingredient appeared in all Mintel new product categories in the last 18 months except for baby food, soup, sweeteners & sugar? B. What are the three most popular flavors of [newly introduced] ice cream in Italy? C. What company ...
Vegetables in a chip.(Hitting the Shelves)(Product introduction)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... New from Healthy Delite (Lynbrook, N.Y.) is Crispy Delites 100% Natural Veggie Chips, made with 100% real vegetables, providing the equivalent of one pound of vegetables per bag. In fact, the Asian Cucumber variety simply lists Asian cucumber, canola oil and sea salt as its ingredients. ...
Bite-sized ice cream treats.(Hitting the Shelves)(product introduction)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream (Oakland, Calif.) recently extended its line of ice cream to include Dibs Bite Sized Ice Cream Snacks. Available in vanilla ice cream with drumstick cone coating and mint ice cream varieties, each container contains approximately 60 bite-sized ice cream pieces, ...
Perfect proportions.(Hitting the Shelves)(Product introduction)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... J.M. Smucker (Orrville, Ohio) has added Smucker's Sundae Singles to its line of ice cream toppings. Each pack contains four single-portion cups of hot fudge or caramel that can be used on ice cream, fruit, snacks or pretzels. Additionally, they can be heated in the microwave in 15 seconds ...
Going nuts.(Hitting the Shelves)(product introduction)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... New from Kraft Foods (Northfield, Ill.) is Planters Go-Nuts Mixed Nuts, a container of six 1.5oz. packs of peanuts, almonds, pista-chios, pecans and hazelnuts. The product is said to contain just the right amount of nuts to help the heart (it is suggested that 1.5oz. of nuts per day may ...
Energy beans.(Hitting the Shelves)(product introduction)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Jelly Belly Candy (Fairfield, Calif.) has introduced Sports Beans Energizing Jelly Beans--jelly beans with 120mg of electrolytes per serving, as well as vitamins C and E. The beans are formulated to energize and prevent dehydration, positioned toward competitive athletes and sports ...
Codiments scorecard.(new product trends)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
Sep 01, 2005 ... <Pre> Condiments Scorecard Total U.S. introductions (new formulation, product or variety/range extension) by various categories Jan.-July 2005 2004 2003 Dressing/vinegar/mayo203 309268 Oils 45 ...
Global trends.(new product trends)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Most people need an energy boost at times, but not all consumers enjoy the taste of typical energy drinks, as these can be too sweet. Now, manufacturers are starting to incorporate energy-enhancing ingredients into products outside the beverage category, for example, in an ice lolly in the ...
Sports talk: the powerhouse in the sports drink category has recently faced stiff competition, as a relative newcomer encroaches upon its territory. While these two wage a "David and Goliath" duel, the rest of the segment players are left to make do with scraps.
Sep 01, 2005; ... The sports drink market continues to grow, led by market leader Gatorade (Chicago). Mintel International's (Chicago) "Sports Drinks" report analyzes the facts and figures of the category, finding sales of sports drinks have managed to outpace those of most other beverages. While sports ...
"Trans"-lating trans fat and allergen label lingo: tracking trans fats and listing allergenic ingredients are now priority label pursuits. Unexpected industry translations of requirements are compounding the transition.
Sep 01, 2005; ... At The Food Institute's (Elmwood Park, N.J.) Food Labeling Seminar held during March in Newark, N.J., Robert Hahn of Olsson Frank & Weeda PC (Washington) explained that there likely will be leniency with this type of labeling through the first six months (after January 2006, when trans fat ...
Cereal bar.(consumer research)(consumer spending)
Sep 01, 2005; ... The cereal bar category is one of the fastest growing food segments, benefiting from the confluence of the desire for healthier snack and meal replacement alternatives, the demand for portable snacks and meals, as well as some ongoing consumer interest in high-fiber, whole-grain foods ....
Land of the free.(market watch)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The small but growing group of Americans looking for wheat- and gluten-free products is finding that task increasingly less difficult. Annie's Homegrown (Napa, Calif.), for example, has launched Annie's gluten-free Rice Pasta & Cheddar and is among a wave of commercial gluten-free foods ...
The greatest American zero.(market watch)(Coca-Cola Co. (Atlanta, Georgia))(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... When Coca-Cola (Atlanta) decided to attempt to duplicate the Classic Coke formula with artificial sweeteners, the consuming public took notice and managed to make Coca-Cola Zero one of this year's standout new product launches. The new drink merely added to a stable of the company's soft ...
Like Spinach for Seafood.(market watch)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Ready, kids? Alright, who lives in a pineapple under the sea? <Pre>SpongeBob SquarePants/Absorbent and yellow andporous is he ...SpongeBob SquarePants/With carrots and spinach iswhere he will be ... </Pre> Okay, that last part may not be part ...
Good news and better news.(Mars UK Ltd.)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... In no doubt welcome news to the millions of chocoholics around the country, if not the world, confectionery manufacturer Mars (Hackettstown, N.J.) has released research touting the disease-fighting properties of cocoa. The central ingredient in most of Mars' products apparently has ...
Boomers' restaurant return.(in the know)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The latest report from The NPD Group (Port Washington, N.Y.) finds Baby Boomers in their 50s may face some difficult choices ahead when it comes to their dietary habits. "Profile of American Baby Boomers: Health, Diet and Consumption Behaviors and Attitudes" analyzes eating and diet habits ...
International Specialty Products Inc. (ISP, Tadworth, Surrey) acquired the food stabilizer systems business of Creative Food Systems Ltd.(THE IN BOX)
Sep 01, 2005 ... International Specialty Products Inc. (ISP, Tadworth, Surrey) acquired the food ...
The Fuchs Group announced a restructuring of its North American operations that has resulted in some recent changes to the senior management team at Baltimore Spice Inc. Fuchs North America has formed three distinct strategic business units.(THE IN BOX)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The Fuchs Group announced a restructuring of its North American operations that has resulted in some recent changes to the senior management team at Baltimore Spice Inc. Fuchs North America has formed three distinct strategic business units: ...
Commercial Creamery Company (Spokane, Wash.) has broken ground on the third expansion in three years at its manufacturing and spray drying facility in Jerome, Idaho.(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Commercial Creamery Company (Spokane, Wash.) has broken ground on the third expansion in three years at its manufacturing and spray ...
Almond Board of California (ABC, Modesto, Calif.) announced that Harbinder Maan has accepted the position of manager, foodservice and industrial marketing, for the industry's grower-funded federal marketing order.(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The Almond Board of California (ABC, Modesto, Calif.) announced that Harbinder Maan has accepted the position of manager, foodservice and industrial marketing, for the industry's grower-funded federal marketing order. Also, ...
Astaris.(THE IN BOX)(Mike Taylor appointed)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Astaris (St. Louis) has appointed ...
DSM Pharmaceutical Products, DSM's (Heerlen, The Netherlands) business group that develops and manufactures products for the pharmaceutical industry, has acquired the 40% share interest in DSM Biologics Holding from its joint venture partner, Societe generale de financement du Quebec (SGF).(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... DSM Pharmaceutical Products, DSM's (Heerlen, The Netherlands) business group that develops and manufactures products for the pharmaceutical industry, has acquired the 40% share ...
Fortitech Europe ApS.(THE IN BOX)(appointment of Else Nygaard Baasch )(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Fortitech Europe ApS (Gadstrup, Denmark) has announced the ...
Dairy Management Inc. launched a new website.(THE IN BOX)(www.innovatewithdairy.com.)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Dairy Management Inc. (DMI, Chicago) ...
Solbar Industries Ltd. announced a new market cooperation with Ingredients Inc. (Chicago).(THE IN BOX)(www.Nutricognia.com.)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Solbar Industries Ltd. announced a new market cooperation with Ingredients Inc. (Chicago) ....
Ask the expert.(frozen food production)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Q How can we add value to our frozen bulk products without huge capital investment? A Consider sauce coating technology that enrobes food pieces with sauces or herbs, then quick-freezes them individually to produce portionable, ready-to-heat products. This technology, originated ...
The ugly truth.(in the know)(alcohol advertising)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... In the U.K., marketers of alcoholic beverages are facing a rather odd dilemma, finding men just unattractive enough to get past advertisement watchdogs. New advertising rules there forbid any link between women's drinking and sex, and the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) ...
Cognis unveiled a new 20 million euro ($24 million) high-performance facility.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Cognis unveiled a new 20 million euro ($24 million) high-performance facility for the ...
FONA International Inc. (Geneva, Ill.) launched a new website.(THE IN BOX)(www.fona.com.)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... FONA International Inc. (Geneva, Ill.) launched a new ...
Sargento Foods Inc.(THE IN BOX)(Marta Turley and Guy Beardsmore appointed)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Sargento Foods Inc. (Plymouth, Wis.) hired Marta Turley as national accounts ...
Robertet Flavors Inc.(THE IN BOX)(Kathy Boyce, Jennifer Petrillo and James Przyborowski appointed)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Robertet Flavors Inc. (Piscataway, N.J.) named Kathy Boyce sales service coordinator, ...
D.D. Williamson has acquired the natural colors business.(THE IN BOX)(acquisition of Artemis International Inc.)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... D.D. Williamson (Louisville, Ky.) has acquired the ...
Geni Herbs.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Geni Herbs (Noblesville, Ind.) hired ...
Dr. Lester Crawford was confirmed as the full commissioner of FDA.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Dr. Lester Crawford was confirmed as the full ...
Under terms of an agreement recently reached between Cargill (Minneapolis) and the Indiana Soybean Board (ISB, Indianapolis), Cargill will receive exclusive rights to market and distribute candle patent technology.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Under terms of an agreement recently reached between Cargill (Minneapolis) and the Indiana Soybean Board (ISB, ...
ConAgra Foods Inc. (Omaha, Neb.) will sell its remaining 15.4 million shares of Pilgrim's Pride Corp.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... ConAgra Foods Inc. (Omaha, Neb.) will sell its remaining 15.4 million shares of ...
In the U.K., Coca-Cola (Atlanta) has announced plans to leverage its Sprite brand to battle Red Bull (Fuschl am See, Austria).(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... In the U.K., Coca-Cola (Atlanta) has announced plans to leverage its Sprite brand to battle Red Bull (Fuschl am See, Austria). Sprite3G will be an energy drink in silver cans and include such stimulants as caffeine and guarana. Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE), meanwhile, named new officers to ...
Anheuser-Busch Inc.(THE IN BOX)(appoints Robert C. Lachky)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Robert C. Lachky will fill the newly created position of executive vice ...
Interstate Bakers Corp.(THE IN BOX)(appoints Richard C. Seban)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Interstate Bakers Corp. (IBC, Kansas City, Mo.) ...
Kellogg Co. (Battle Creek, Mich.) moved its Asian headquarters.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Kellogg Co. (Battle Creek, Mich.) moved its Asian ...
The Hershey Co. (Hershey, Pa.) acquired Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker Inc. (San Francisco).(THE IN BOX)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The Hershey Co. (Hershey, Pa.) acquired Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker ...
Cott Corp.(THE IN BOX)(appoints Clyde Preslar )(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Cott Corp. (Toronto) named Clyde Preslar ...
SABMiller (London) plans to buy Colombian brewer Bavaria (Bogota, Colombia).(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... SABMiller (London) plans to buy Colombian ...
H.J. Heinz Co. (Philadelphia) acquired Nancy's Specialty Foods Inc. (Newark, Calif.).(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... H.J. Heinz Co. (Philadelphia) acquired Nancy's Specialty Foods Inc ....
A U.S.-led effort to create an international standard for Parmesan cheese that could be produced anywhere has failed.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... A U.S.-led effort to create an international standard for Parmesan cheese that could be produced ...
Atkins Nutritionals.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Atkins Nutritionals (New York) ...
RFI Ingredients.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... RFI Ingredients (Blauvelt, N.Y.) has added personnel to its quality control/R&D applications lab ....
MGP Ingredients Inc.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Lydia Funk was promoted to corporate director of ...
The Solae Company (St. Louis, Mo.) expanded its partnership with Henan Luohe Shineway Industry Group.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The Solae Company (St. Louis, Mo.) expanded its partnership with Henan Luohe Shineway Industry Group, among ...
Chr. Hansen.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Chr. Hansen (Milwaukee, Wis.) promoted Teresa ...
Devansoy.(THE IN BOX)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... Devansoy (Carroll, Iowa) named Tom ...
Mood food to women's health: studies report on topics from consumers' moods toward food to a few of particular significance to women's health.
Sep 01, 2005 ... The following article reviews are provided by the American Botanical Council as part of its HerbClip[TM] Educational Mailing Service. Access to more than 2,700 reviews of articles archived in a searchable database (www.herbalgram.org/herbclip) is one of many benefits of membership in the ...
Nutra news: targeting consumer benefits.
Sep 01, 2005 ... This special section of NutraNews will assist product developers as they create and market new products designed for specific health conditions. The following is a short overview of products now on the market that can be useful in the formulation of foods and nutritional products marketed ...
Another Italian job.(ingredient challenges)
Sep 01, 2005; ... No longer considered an ethnic food in America, Italian cuisine is as American as apple pie and as mainstream as Asian and Mexican cuisine. A great number of Italian restaurants can be found in larger cities, and almost every small town in America has at least one pizzeria, a popularity ...
On the National Menu: Maria Caranfa, Mintel's Menu Insights.(ingredients challenges: restaurant trends)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Burgers: Size is Everything The burger is making a statement in a big way! One of the most-publicized burgers, thanks to Paris Hilton, is the Carl's Jr. (Carpinteria, Calif.) "1 Lb. Double Six Dollar Burger." (The original, smaller Six Dollar Burger is shown here.) The new ...
Finding trans fat: unexpected analytical results occur as more than hydrogenated oils contribute trans fats. And, not all trans fats need appear in nutritional labeling.(ingredient challenges)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Everyone involved with food nutrition, production or consumption is becoming aware of the presence, prevalence and implications of trans fat in our food supply. The processing vehicle used to impart certain functionality to food ingredients, the hydrogenation process that ...
Starch to the rescue: this multifunctional ingredient helps fulfill a variety of needs in everything from soup to nuts.(ingredient challenges)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Nowadays, food formulators are better able to achieve their objectives by capitalizing on the versatility of an ingredient such as starch, whether used in a more conventional manner as a thickener or stabilizer (in a batter or coating) or to meet current trends in achieving textural ...
Add-ins add up: technical tips provide ideas and advice when working to boost the appeal of frozen dairy desserts through inclusions.(ingredient challenges)(Reprint)
Sep 01, 2005; ... The body of this article was first published in the February and December 2004 issues of Prepared Foods' sister publication, Dairy Foods magazine. It offers ways to avoid problems when working with inclusions such as syrups, nuts and confectionery pieces.--Eds. Q: How do ...
Automation in product development: status and plans the tools used to develop new products vary in terms of efficiency. One company surveyed manufacturers on the types of tools they use, their usefulness, and future investment plans and competitiveness.(ingredient challenges)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Product development is vital to the success of many companies. New products, line extensions and reformulations are part of everyday life in the food industry. Over the years, various forms of automation have assisted in product development operations. The Food CIO Forum ...
Seeing the light: the appearance or color of a food or beverage is just as important as taste and texture. Using the appropriate lighting in stores is key to how a product is perceived.(ingredient challenges)
Sep 01, 2005; ... The right color of a food helps to make it appetizing. For example, the color of broccoli in rice, or the color of red peppers in a salsa affects our perception of a product's freshness and how good it will taste. While processors may be savvy as to how to properly formulate a food to ...
A new, healthful oil.(r&d applications)
Sep 01, 2005 ... A creative spirit may lead companies to find problem-solving solutions for their customers in a variety of areas. For example, Bunge Oils' (St. Louis) innovation does not stop at finding trans fat alternatives. The company's new business development team has created a new ...
Hold the cholesterol.(r&d applications)
Sep 01, 2005; ... Fried foods for many are considered a key element of the obesity issue. They are a target for elimination by many health enthusiasts and food manufacturers. However, researchers at Brandeis University (Waltham, Mass.) are suggesting that a more useful approach would be to eliminate ...
Flavor behavior.(r&d applications)
Sep 01, 2005; ... The games change, but the rules of flavoring stay the same. In other words, every food matrix is unique, and every flavor type is unique. What might work as a chicken flavor for a soup might not work as a chicken flavor for a baked, handheld pastry. However, flavor experts now know how to ...
Being with the Vanilla Bean.(abstracts)(Brief Article)
Sep 01, 2005 ... The vanilla crisis that began in 1999 has ended, and the versatile ingredient is affordable once again. Rick Brownell, vice president of vanilla products at Virginia Dare, explained at this year's IFT show in New Orleans that vanilla is still the world's most popular flavor and that new ...