An expert from Dakota MB discusses emerging trends in grains.

Innovation is the result of fresh thinking.

Earlier this month, the Lucks Autumn and Winter 2012 catalog was made available. This book is full of new design collections, supply items and fresh decorating ideas designed to inspire decorators’ creativity.

van Poppel will lead the food solutions firm in its efforts to improve its environmental impact.

Bob's Red Mill bags are now recyclable through Ridwell, a recycling service that will pick up multi-layer plastic bags right from consumer's doorsteps.

Along with Unreasonable Group, the snack producer will drive toward Net Zero by 2050.

For the second consecutive year, Grupo Bimbo received recognition for its actions to mitigate the effects of climate change at a global level.

The limited-time protein bar is made with sustainable, Hawaii-sourced ingredients.

The company's three-year initiative puts forth ambitious sustainability goals.

The company reportedly has achieved significant carbon cuts on the plant-based line.

The trend, termed ‘Regeneration Rising,’ involves new palettes and factors consumers want.

The prestigious IBIE awards salute snack and bakery producers for sustainability.

The report details momentum across the company's three strategic focus areas: products, people, and planet.

The IBIE organizers name SF&WB sponsors of BEST in Baking for another show cycle.

ADM has reached an agreement under which Golden Peanut, its peanut processing subsidiary, will collaborate with Smucker and the National Black Growers Council to support the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices.

The Enriching Communities effort seeks to feed the hungry and boost sustainability.

The woman-founded brand features premium ingredients and upcycled flour.

When Columbus first sailed to America, its inhabitants had already developed more than 200 types of maize.

As a dietitian and mom, I know first-hand that whole-grain breads and snack products have lots of health benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and some forms of cancer. 

According to the January 2015 “Gluten-Free Foods in the U.S., 5th Edition” report from Packaged Facts, Rockville, MD, from 2009–2014, sales of gluten-free products in grain-based categories posted a 34 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR).

“Sustainability” means different things to different people.

Fresh, delicious food is the dominant consumer route to health and wellness today.

Gluten-free. Dairy-free. Nut-free. Peanut-free. Allergen-free. The food marketplace increasingly features such claims on product labels, but what do they mean? Do regulatory agencies police use of such terms?

Pop culture-infused humor, vibrant design, and a catchy Mariachi riff bridge brand awareness from protein bars into savory snacks.

Handcrafted in small batches, artisanal crackers made with real clover honey are filled with dark chocolate liquor combined with ethically sourced, dry roasted peanuts milled creamy.

The company’s goal was to create a treat with the same appearance, taste, and texture profile as its original brownie recipe.

Stellar Snacks recently debuted grain-free pretzels crafted with superfood ingredients, now officially available at select grocery stores throughout the U.S.

Wildgrain partners with local artisanal bakers to bring fresh sourdough breads, pastries, and pastas directly to consumers' doors.

Once Again Nut Butter is bringing new stand-alone cinnamon, honey, and chocolate graham crackers to market.

The sisters who cofounded Janey Lou’s Inc. have come a long way from selling their handmade treats to local convenience stores in the Salt Lake City area. Under the helm of nephew and son Ryan Fillmore, the Orem, Utah-based company has garnered convenience store and foodservice customers throughout the West and Southwest.

On its own, chocolate is a wonderful treat. Marry chocolate with the perfect flavor pairing, and the snack becomes even more memorable. Classic pairings, such as chocolate with peanut butter, raspberry or mint, are here to stay, but adventurous flavors are growing in popularity.

Known for its plant-based, real-food ingredients, Laird Superfood’s Pumpkin Spice line is crafted with a signature blend of ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon, plus real pumpkin.

David Co-Founders Peter Rahal, founder of protein snacks brand Rxbar, and Zach Ranen, former investor and founder of Raize, bring extensive experience to their latest venture.

Three Wishes Cereal is launching granola bars for the first time, in three nostalgic flavors.

The company’s most recent introductions give health-minded snackers a range of grain-free options in bar form.

HANTEMP Controls has unveiled a new line of stainless steel control valves & modules for pressure, temperature, and liquid control.

Cold-chain management—an essential aspect of many snack and bakery operations today—has entered a brave new world characterized by sophisticated temperature monitoring and tracking technology connected by the Internet of Things (IoT).

EXAIR's new Dual 316 Stainless Steel Cabinet Cooler Systems with ETC (Electronic Temperature Control) keep electrical enclosures cool with 20°F (-7°C) air while maintaining the NEMA 4X rating of the enclosure and removing the heat that could adversely affect the internal components.

Since grains are the cornerstone of a healthful, plant-based diet, and the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are the bedrock for nutrition policy in the U.S., the baking industry is well-positioned to make powerful, positive changes for the health of America's families.

Tool Tips—September 2018

Tool Tips—April 2019

A lot of times a snake cable will just stir up the sludge and I have seen cables in clean-outs or manholes downstream where the pipe is still clogged.

First, remove the overflow trim. Then, insert a water hose down overflow. 

I have seen and experienced draining a water heater for replacement, and the drain is clogged and won’t let out any water.

Corrosion in fire sprinkler systems can go undetected until it's too late, causing damage or loss of life. Traditional ITM protocols can accelerate corrosion, but new advancements offer better prevention and monitoring for protecting lives and property.

You would never send your plumbers into the field without training and tools, right? What about the necessary sales training? Here is a simple 8-step approach that you can weave into your weekly service meetings to boost your team’s effectiveness in promoting add-ons.

Why are some plumbers winners, while others struggle? It is not the market, location of the company, the role of government, customers’ attitudes, the availability of manpower or any of the other excuses bandied about. Winning plumbers share a set of intangible traits that affect how they approach the world, how they see the world, and thus, how the world responds to them.

It is always a mystery why more plumbers fail to emphasize drain cleaning — if they offer it at all. Some think it fails to offer enough revenue. Others think it presents too much low-dollar competition. Here are five solid reasons every plumber should offer drain cleaning.

AI is the cornerstone of innovation in home services, but its true essence is diverse and multifaceted. Bloomberg predicts AI will affect 40% of global job roles. AI's ripple effects will be consequential for paid and organic search.