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Cognex In-Sight 2800 series vision system

Automates error detection in minutes, no programming experience required.




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WIPOTEC-OCS debuts metal detection-checkweigher-vision module

WIPOTEC-OCS recently debuted a groundbreaking multi-function metal detection-checkweigher-vision module.




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Antares Vision Group releases 'All-in-One' series of inspection solutions for food applications

New series provides single-machine in-line inspection and quality control through a broad array of combinable technologies.





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Hardy launches HIBSD Bench Scale with display

Bright, integrated backlit display enables easy operation for weighing applications.




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Eastern Standard Provisions expands its retail reach across the U.S.

The producer, specializing in soft pretzels and waffles, now sells at 2,700+ stores.




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Marson Foods opens $35M waffle bakery, distribution center

The owners of the company operated Nature’s Bakery before selling to Kind Snacks.




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Traceability and recall planning: a necessary exercise

There is never a "good" time to initiate a recall. But the worst time is when you are forced to remove unsafe food from commerce and haven’t effectively planned for it.




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Thomas’ Grillers XL English Muffins

The Thomas' brand debuts a new kind of English muffin this grilling season by transforming their iconic breakfast staple into a larger summer bun. 




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Dunkin' Dunkfetti Donut, Stuffed Bagel Minis, and Southwest Veggie Power Breakfast Sandwich

Dunkin' recently released its Dunkfetti Donut and Stuffed Bagel Minis, in December 2020, and its Southwest Veggie Power Breakfast Sandwich, in January 2021.




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Carl's Jr. & Hardee's ramp up chicken menu with new biscuit and waffle sandwiches

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's are introducing their brand-new Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich platform, reimagining their famous Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders into new craveable builds available to fans nationwide morning, noon and night.




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Mason Dixie Foods launches Cheddar Biscuit Sandwich in Costco

The 8-count box retails for $14.99 and is available at all locations throughout the Midwest. 




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Red's launches ciabatta, English muffin, croissant sandwiches

Over the next few months, the brand will be rolling out a range of new products, including Ciabatta Sandwiches, English Muffin Sandwiches, and Croissant Sandwiches.




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2018's buzzwords: organic, fresh, artisan, better-for-you, and value

As we enter 2018, five instrumental movements within snack and bakery rise to the top of my mind: organic, fresh, artisan, better-for-you and value.




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Interest in heirloom and heritage grains rises

Interest in "slower" food and deeper connections to food sources has brought heirloom tomatoes, heritage breeds of livestock, and ancient and heirloom grains to the fore.




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Artisan bread: quality in demand

From a philosophical point of view, the notion of "quality" has formed a focus since the days of Aristotle. He saw quality as tied to the very nature of an object. Other thinkers through the years more prone to subjectivity brought relative




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Publican Quality Bread defines artisan baking in Chicago

Some people place such a high emphasis on quality that they hang their shingle on it, like Publican Quality Bread has in Chicago. Just bite into any of the signature artisan breads the bakery distributes to restaurants throughout the city and you'll have all the personal experience you need to define quality bread for yourself.




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Ingredient functionality in artisan bread production

Artisan breads sales are on the rise. The global artisan bakery market is expected to increase at a rate of 4.1 percent from 2019–24 to reach a market value of $4.5 billion.




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Perfecting artisan bread processing

Ingredients and processing play a 50/50 role in the quality production of artisan bread. It's the simple ingredient list and simple processing that is helping boost this style of bread's popularity in the natural and clean label trend.




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Doughnuts and permissible indulgence

Overall, indulgent products have tracked well lately, but better-for-you options will factor into the mix as we emerge from the pandemic.




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RIND Snacks debuts Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps

Upcycled fruit snack brand announces new sweet and salty combination.




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Krispy Kreme collaborates with M&M's for first time ever in the U.S.

Fans can enjoy four new doughnuts for a limited time beginning July 17, including one with M&M's Minis chocolate candies.




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Chiwis debuts Chocolate Orange Chips

The chips use high-quality, free of palm oil chocolate, ensuring an ethical snacking experience.




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Cybake launches ISB management, planning system for in-store U.S. bakeries

Cybake bakery software has announced the introduction of its solution for retail in-store bakeries, Cybake ISB, to the market in the United States.




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Distribution strategies for snack and bakery companies

Direct store delivery, third-party logistics often popular with snack manufacturers.




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Remote technology connects snack and bakery equipment with expertise

With remote monitoring solutions, technical help is never far away.




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Direct-store delivery technologies assist snack, bakery companies

Direct-store delivery can help snack, bakery manufacturers get their products into end-users’ hands faster.




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Thermo Fisher Scientific announces enhancements to food pathogen PCR system

Thermo Fisher Scientific has simplified the workflow for the SureTect PCR System, by introducing streamlined handling and fail-safe color-coded plates and reagents, to smart, intuitive software and instrumentation.




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Consumers show strong interest in food ingredients: 'Clean' is in, 'chemical-sounding' is out

Whether they impact flavor, appearance, nutrition, freshness, or texture, food ingredients have been used for centuries for a variety of purposes. 




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Good, clean and healthy: Are you mislabeling or misrepresenting your products?

A cursory glance at grocery store shelves confirms: meeting consumer expectations for “clean” food labeling is here to stay.




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Immunity-boosting snacks: Q&A with The Good Crisp Co.

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to correspond with Matt Parry, founder and CEO, Good Crisp Co., about immunity-boosting snacks.




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ASB announces student team finalists in 2016 product competition

Student teams from Kansas, Massachusetts and New York are finalists in the American Society of Baking’s 2016 Product Development Competition.




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Third-party logistics helps streamline snack and bakery distribution

Third-party logistics (3PL) can be useful when snack and bakery companies need to outsource logistics and distribution needs.




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Distribution strategies to preserve product quality

As history has proven in the baking industry, sometimes distribution can make or break a company. Through the years, direct-store delivery (DSD) routes have grown increasingly complex, as the market for drivers has become exponentially more competitive. Meanwhile, complete transparency and tracking of actionable data for analyzing productivity are increasingly standard industry features.




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Thinking logically: the latest in warehousing and logistics technology

Snack and bakery companies rely on a wide range of logistics and warehousing technology in their operations. 




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Snack and bakery logistics increasingly inviting automation and robotics

Picking robots, automated storage and retrieval, and software that predicts future demand are among a host of technology, equipment and strategic changes that snack food and wholesale bakery companies are undertaking in their warehousing and logistics functions.




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The Invisible Chef to launch baking mixes at Winter Fancy Food Show

Jill McCauley and Terry Howard, the founders of The Invisible Chef, are expanding their baking mix collection with the launch of new Baking Kits at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.




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Poppy Handcrafted Popcorn expands retail distribution into Ingles Markets

The gourmet brand will now be sold in 90 locations of the North Carolina chain.




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Pipcorn debuts Upcycled Certified Honey BBQ twists

The brand's new multipack offerings will launch around Expo West.




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Batory Foods acquires ingredients distributor, logistics provider Tri-State Cos.

Acquisition enhances Batory Foods’ logistical efficiency with the addition of strategically located cold storage warehouse.




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Acacia gum boosts biscuit 'nutri-score,' says Alland & Robert

By reducing the amount of sugar and fat while adding fiber, acacia gum can help improve the nutritional value of biscuits and other food products.




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In quarantine, the role of snack and granola bars is shifting

Through the years, an overall shift toward clean eating has generally benefited the snack and granola bars market, encouraging consumers to reach for bars instead of candy, cake, cookies, and other snacks.




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From seed to snack: Why ingredient origin is key to gaining consumer trust

Supply chains around the world have been disrupted by the pandemic. When it comes to food, trust in the source, food safety and stable supply is growing in importance for consumers and manufacturers.




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Marquis Group grows nuts for World Macadamia Nut Day

In celebration of World Macadamia Nut Day on September 4, 2021, the Australian and South African Marquis Group donated macadamia trees for planting at local schools in the world’s biggest macadamia producing regions.




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World Macadamia Organisation launches in Singapore

The newly formed World Macadamia Organisation (WMO) has officially launched and incorporated in Singapore, with a mandate to drive demand by creating a greater understanding and appreciation of this understated wholefood. 




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Report: Pistachios dominate California tree nut industry

Pistachios have emerged not only as a profitable option for growers in the U.S., but also as a favorite snack among consumers.




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Nestlé Rallies Nut Butter Bombs adds distribution, releases new flavor

Trio of chocolate treats now available at Harris Teeter, Giant Eagle, QuickChek, and Amazon.




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The proof for pecans: Why the supernut is trending in food innovation

Pecans can help product developers take the food and snacking industry to the next level. 




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California walnut growers optimistic about pre-season 2023 outlook

The California walnut industry is gearing up for a stellar 2023 harvest and shipping season after several years of hardship.




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Pure Protein debuts Sweet Chili Popped Crisps

Sweet Chili Popped Crisps are now available on Amazon alongside the brand’s protein-packed Hickory Barbeque Popped Crisps, Sour Cream & Onion Popped Crisps, and savory Cheesy Crackers.




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Every Body Eat releases Grain-Free Crispbread Crackers

The grain-free Crispbread Crackers are free from the top 14 allergens and corn, with 20g of complete protein and zero added sugar.