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Flavor Showdown winners share secrets of snack seasoning success

Experts from Chesapeake Spice and Elite Spice discuss their winning entries from SNAXPO23.




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Case Study: Japan's Inaba Peanuts Co., Ltd. acquires Tomra 5B optical sorter

Replacing traditional manual sorting methods with a machine has enabled this well-known food producer to meet two key objectives, as well as solving the problem of labor shortages.




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Case Study: Hudson Bread increases productivity, improves packing quality with smart packaging technology

To meet the needs of its growing business, Hudson Bread turned to Niverplast for its expertise in packaging automation for the bakery industry—specifically, a bag-in-box solution for its frozen artisan bread packaging line. 




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Case Study: Clif Bar adds RFgen mobile inventory solution

Growing food manufacturer rapidly adds mobile inventory solution to harmonize business systems and enhance productivity, traceability and sustainability.




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Mariani opts for Key Technology optical sorter for fruit processing

The newly installed equipment is rated to sort up to 20,000 lbs of product per hour.




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Andersen and Sons safeguards their nut products with x-ray inspection tech

The family-run business uses Mettler-Toledo Safeline systems to detect foreign matter.




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tna Solutions aids Mister Bee Potato Chips in increasing production capacity by 400%

tna completely redesigned and optimized the company’s manufacturing site in Parkersburg, West Virginia, achieving a 400% capacity increase. 




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IHOP fall menu features waffles, seasonal flavors

A selection of sweet and savory IHOP favorites join biscuits and pumpkin spice on its menu.




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The Cheesecake Factory sweetens the season with new holiday cheesecake flavor

New Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake debuts just in time for the holidays.




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions at iba 2023

The supplier develops and manufactures tailor-made packaging machines for small-sized confectionery and snacks, used by manufacturers around the globe. 




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions for confectionery industry at ProSweets Cologne

At Stand G020 H029 in Hall 10.1, the Dresden-based company will be showcasing its FPH5 flow-wrapping machine, which will demonstrate how sugar-coated chewing gum is packaged at a speed of 4,000 products/minute.




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Packaging solutions help snack company crack into long-term success: case study

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, in business for more than a century, relies upon the company's packaging technology in its nut processing and packaging operations.




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The Rustik Oven launches Sliced Sourdough Sandwich Loaves

The new offering, available in both Sourdough and Multi-Grain Sourdough varieties, delivers the same signature, artisan-style taste and texture that fans of The Rustik Oven know and love.




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Anthony & Sons Bakery launches The Avocado Bread Company

The New Jersey-based bread & roll manufacturer introduces its new brand, The Avocado Bread Company, featuring its original Avocado Seeds & Grains Bread.




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The United Soybean Board on puff pastry applications, high oleic soybean shortening, and soy-based baker's margarine

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Richard Galloway, oils consultant, United Soybean Board, about puff pastry applications, high oleic soybean shortening, and soy-based baker's margarine




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New non-GMO, high oleic soybean variety to be grown in Illinois

A new variety of high oleic soybeans, SOYLEIC, will soon be grown in Illinois.




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Q&A with United Soybean Board: Using soybean oil in snacks and bakery products

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to chat with United Soybean Board consultants Jean Heggie and Pam Smith, RDN, Shaping America's Plate, about soy ingredients for baking and frying, as well as the versatility of soybean oil.




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ABA: Demand for soybean oil and other vegetable oils has exceeded supply while prices have skyrocketed

ABA recently released an infographic about the demand for soybean oil and vegetable oils. The demand has currently exceeded the supply, causing prices to rapidly increase.  




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Wholesome Goodness Sweet Chili & Omega Tortilla Chips

Wholesome Goodness’ gluten-free Sweet Chili & Omega Tortilla Chips are made with a blend of whole-grain corn and a medley of whole ancient grains.




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TIA Annual Convention & Trade Expo convenes in Southern California in May

A luxurious new venue, education sessions, exhibitors and plenty of networking and social opportunities await attendees at the 2016 Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) Convention & Trade Exposition in Southern California on May 18–19.




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TIA Convention convenes in Southern California in May

Tortilla Industry Association members will gather in Southern California May 18–19, as TIA moves its Annual Convention & Trade Exposition to Harrah’s Resort Southern California in Valley Center.




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Tortilla Trends: clean label and exciting flavors resonate

According to IBISWorld, tortilla production in the U.S. has grown 3 percent in the past five years thanks to the fact that tortillas, especially ones boosted with ingredients like spinach and whole wheat, are perceived to be healthier than bread during a time when consumers value nutrition.




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Eaglestone Equipment TrackIQ Sorting Conveyor

Eaglestone Equipment, a custom manufacturer of industrial processing equipment, recently introduced the TrackIQ Sorting Conveyor.




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Anderson Advanced Ingredients achieves GRAS status for FiberSMART

FiberSMART is a versatile, well-tolerated sugar alternative that can be consumed multiple times per day.




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GNT's oil-soluble paprika provides opportunities for a broad range of applications

With cost-effective low usage levels and high stability performance, this kosher, vegan, and halal-certified shade can be used in snack seasonings, bakery products, frostings and decorative coatings, breadings, and more.




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Plant-based fat matrix boosts baked goods sensory experience

Gavan introduces FaTRIX alternative protein-enriched fat ingredient that butters up chef pastries and slashes saturated fat by 80%.




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PureCircle clean taste solutions offer sweetness by category

PureCircle's new stevia solutions optimize taste performance and sugar reduction across food and beverage categories.




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Kerry Group introduces sodium reduction solution

Available both as a singular solution for salted crisps and as part of more complex snack seasoning formulations, Tastesense Salt is supported by strong fundamental science that links taste receptors with proprietary product chemistry and more.




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Puratos launches Sapore Lavida active sourdough

The Sapore Lavida launch marks the beginning of long-term reg-ag partnerships for Puratos.




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Sodium reduction tools help create healthier snacks, bakery products

Consumers aim to reduce sodium in their snack and bakery products.




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Supplier Standpoint: Charles Ross & Son

How well do you know your ribbon blender? Charles Ross & Son Co., Hauppauge, N.Y., offers some important tips for blender selection and operation.




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Sorters maximize product quality at British chipmaker

As the largest British-owned potato chip manufacturer with the top-selling brand of chips in Northern Ireland, Tayto has a proven recipe for success.




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Utz announces fan-favorite snack food lineup to be sold at Publix

Utz, On The Border Chips & Dips, Zapp's, and Golden Flake Snacks are now available at Publix stores.




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SOMOS launches at retailers nationwide

SOMOS is now available at retailers nationwide including select Albertsons, Sprout's, Kroger, Meijer, and more.




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Frito-Lay issues allergy alert on undeclared soy, wheat in Doritos Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips

Frito-Lay has issued a voluntary recall of a limited number of 14.5-oz. and 1-oz. tortilla chips that may contain undeclared soy and wheat ingredients from spicy sweet chili tortilla chips.




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Zack's Mighty debuts Organic Jalapeño Lime Tortilla Chips at Southwest Costco stores

Zack's Mighty—the first-ever tortilla chips made with Certified Regenerative corn that don't break in dips––is now available in Costco stores in the Southwest.




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Butter Buds debuts non-dairy ingredient solution

Butter Buds Non-Dairy 32X serves up the same well-rounded butter flavor with medium-strong salted butter middle notes as Butter Buds 32X and is ideal for a variety of foods.




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Bellarise organic softener and ESL system

Bakery ingredient manufacturer Pak Group, through its North American brand, Bellarise, has introduced Bellarise BellaSOFT Organic 1500 Plus.




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DSM expands BakeZyme portfolio with launch of new solutions to maximize freshness in baked goods

Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in nutrition, health and sustainable living, has introduced the latest additions to its BakeZyme portfolio: BakeZyme Fresh XL and BakeZyme Master.




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AB Enzymes VERON MAXIMA solution

AB Enzymes is proud to announce the launch of VERON MAXIMA.




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IFF launches Enovera, an enzyme-only solution for the baking industry

IFF has announced the launch of Enovera 3001, an enzyme-only solution as the newest addition to IFF’s range of ingredients for the bakery industry.




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Functional ingredients provide benefits, solve clean-label challenges

Formulating products with the ever-increasing demands of today’s marketplace is no easy task.




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Expanding solutions for clean label snack and bakery R&D

Buckle up. The top trend driving innovation in the snack and bakery industries has no formal definition, isn't regulated, and is shifting all of the time. Yes, clean label demands are touching every facet of the food industry, from formulation to packaging and marketing, and everything in between.




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Stabilizer solutions deliver cleaner labels and healthier alternatives

Stabilizers such as thickeners, hydrocolloids, gums, and starches are a category of ingredients that many are probably not familiar with, yet they help create the desired texture, mouthfeel, and sensory characteristics of the product.




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Tyson Foods acquires Bosco’s Pizza Co. assets

Tyson Foods, one of the world’s largest beef, chicken and pork processors and marketers, acquires the assets of Michigan pizza manufacturer Bosco’s Pizza Co.




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Rich Products helps deliver pizza to U.S. soldiers serving overseas

Courtesy of Rich Products Corp., 5,000 pizzas will be delivered to soldiers serving overseas, via DHL Express, in time for the NFL championship game on Feb. 1.




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Sola introduces new bread products

The launches include Kids Bread, Rolls, and two Classic Bread items.




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Sola launches breads and bagels at Whole Foods Market

The bread brand is aimed at the BFY market with zero added sugar, non-GMO ingredients, and high fiber content.




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MGP Ingredients announces personnel appointments

Gus Griffin is now president and CEO of the Atchison, KS, company. Randy Schrick is promoted to the newly expanded position of vice president of production and engineering, while Sean McHenry is named technical service director for MGP’s ingredient solutions business segment.




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Ingredion clean label starch-based digestible solution

Ingredion Incorporated has announced in the U.S. the introduction of SUSTRA 2434 slowly digestible carbohydrate, a clean label starch-based solution for manufacturers of energy-focused nutritional products including bars, snacks and supplements.