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IT hardware makers push for faster BIS certification to boost local production under PLI scheme

Industry executives have informed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) about the extended timelines for acquiring BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification. This is due to the mandatory separate tests for battery packs installed on laptops, after running viability tests for making the products with local contract manufacturers.




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Paper-based device spots falsified or degraded medications (video)

The developing world is awash in substandard, degraded or falsified medications, which can either directly harm users or deprive them of needed treatment. And with internet sales of medications on the rise, people everywhere are increasingly at risk. So, a team of researchers has developed a simple, inexpensive paper-based device to screen suspicious medications.

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Louisiana Tech University uses underground radar to locate post-Katrina damage

An innovative underground radar technology developed at Louisiana Tech University is helping the City of Slidell in south Louisiana to identify and document underground infrastructure damage that had gone undetected in the months and years following Hurricane Katrina.

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IT hardware companies may require global certification

The Indian government is considering asking importers of IT hardware to provide an international certification, attesting that their products are from trusted sources. This move is in response to concerns raised by countries such as China, the US, South Korea, and Taiwan about India's restrictions on the import of these products.




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111: Catching an Eel

Grey has been moving everything around, Myke is trying to manage stock, and they both have guidance to give on Yearly Themes.




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Catalysts of change

Change is constant in almost any industry. But a key variable is the pace of that change. And across the baking industry, we are seeing strong catalysts of change driving growth.




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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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Edibles category: Driven by candy growth

In his webinar “Edible Evolution in Cannabis: In Review and What’s to Come,” BDSA’s Rick Maturo breaks down the performance of cannabis food and beverage categories.




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Laceys Cookies delicate treats build upon founder's heritage, supplier partnerships

The Desserts By Us cookie brand has its roots in the founder’s favorite childhood desserts.




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MECATHERM, ABI to launch bakery, sweet goods solutions at IBIE

From vertical ovens to flexible production lines, MECATHERM will showcase its solutions to address current industry challenges regarding product quality, industrial performance, and sustainability.




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Key performance indicators in the snack and bakery industry

An interview with KPM Analytics on key performance indicator (KPI) solutions.




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US Foods debuts e-commerce application for foodservice

MOXē makes operator experience easier with an all-in-one application that offers enhanced speed, confidence, and control.




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SNAXPO23 round-up: snack industry gather for education, innovation

With the theme “SNAX to the MAX,” SNAXPO23 welcomed thousands of attendees to check out the latest supplier innovations, talk technology, taste interesting flavor innovations, and more. 




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Arcadia Biosciences breaks into breakfast category with Pancake & Waffle Mixes, Single-Serve Quikcakes

Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. announced it is expanding its better-for-you, fiber-forward brand, GoodWheat, with the upcoming launch of GoodWheat Quikcakes and GoodWheat Pancake & Waffle Mixes.




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Oterra expands I-Colors line for snack, bakery applications

The supplier aims to give snack makers, bakers, and other food producers a range of intense, natural color options.




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Bell Flavors & Fragrances announces new roles, strategic promotions at its Northbrook location

Bell Flavors & Fragrances recently announced one new role and several promotions at its headquarters in Northbrook, IL.




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Ingredion adds Catherine Suever to board of directors

Ingredion Incorporated has announced the appointment of Catherine Suever to its board of directors, effective August 17, 2021.




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Robotics are gaining popularity in snack and bakery applications

An expert from Quest shares the benefits of automated tech in food packaging.




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Primera introduces AP380 Label Applicator

The unit applies labels to round and cylindrical containers at high speeds.




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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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Diverse cookie flavors and formats drive category sales

In the middle of a pandemic, cookies continue to fly off grocery store shelves as consumers seek familiar, comforting flavors.




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Catallia Corn Tortillas

Catallia Mexican Foods now offers a complete line of corn tortillas for foodservice operators.




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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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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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Symrise launches chickpea, aquafaba ingredients with benefits for plant-based applications

The ingredients open opportunities in the development of plant-based food products with cleaner labels.




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Tagatose earns NutraStrong Prebiotic Verified certification

Bonumose, Inc., a producer of tagatose, and ASR Group, its distributor, announced that tagatose is also the first ingredient to earn this prebiotic certification.




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Tortilla chips category continues to grow

Whether consumed while snacking alone or with friends, tortilla chips are versatile. 




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Sternchemie's new lecithin product opens up numerous application possibilities

Sternchemie has released its new SternPur S DH 50, a hydrolyzed, de-oiled sunflower lecithin ideal for new applications.




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State of the Industry 2021: The buns and rolls category rises

State of the Industry analysis of the buns and rolls category, including hamburger buns, hot dog buns, dinner rolls, and more.




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MGP Ingredients hires baking application scientist

As baking application scientist, Sarah Gutkowski’s duties will include developing formulations with MGP’s protein and starches for customer applications.




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BENEO launches first-ever instant functional rice starch for clean-label applications

BENEO, a manufacturer of functional ingredients, has announced the launch of its new precooked functional native rice starch, Remypure S52 P.




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Ingredion announces Non-GMO Project verification

Key Ingredion ingredient solutions achieve Non-GMO Project Verified status.




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Consumers look to tortilla category for better-for-you options

The tortilla category did well over the past year, possibly because people are now staying home and working at home more often, and thus able to cook more elevated lunchtime meals.




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ADM, InnovaFeed announce construction of world's largest insect protein facility in Decatur, Illinois

ADM and InnovaFeed have announced plans to collaborate on the construction and operation of the world’s largest insect protein production site, in Decatur, Illinois.




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Magnolia Bakery caters to pie lovers with Just the Crumb snack

All of Magnolia Bakery's holiday products below are available to ship nationwide right to consumers' doors.




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Totino's enters breakfast category with Snack Bites

Available in three flavors, Totino’s new Breakfast Snack Bites are ready in just two minutes




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Crumbl to open first Toronto location

Crumbl has announced plans to open its newest location in the heart of Toronto, at 422 Front St. W. within The Well. 




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Kellanova launches products at Pilot, Flying J locations

The company is introducing PopTarts Crunchy Poppers and Pringles products at the roadside convenience stores.




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State of the Industry 2024: Cookies category cools a bit

Cookies are a bakery treat that fit in many places—solo snacking sessions, birthdays and special occasions, tucked into lunchboxes for school or work consumption, and more. 




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State of the Industry 2024: Desserts category shows promise

With more consumers attending gatherings, the dessert category is having a renaissance. 




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Little Spoon enters baby snack category, launches Organic Baby Puffs

Offering a nutritious solution for infant snacks, Little Spoon Puffs encourage self-feeding and fine motor skill development for babies over six months.




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Kiwa Group names Alfoso Capuchino VP of certification at ASI

The food safety specialist has added the 20-year food industry veteran to its staff.




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ABA opens 2024 Safety Recognition Program applications

The American Bakers Association program salutes safety practices and awareness.




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Snack cakes category grows by leaps and bounds

The snack cakes and loaves sector showed great promise over the last 12 months, presumably because consumers are now out and about more, and they want individual servings or on-the-go bakery snacks to fit their busy lifestyles.




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Emerging brands grow the puffed and extruded snacks category

The collective puffed, popped, pellet and extruded snack segment continues to see positive sales activity and a strong level of product innovation.




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State of the Industry 2019: Innovating to drive cracker category growth

Crackers maintain far-reaching appeal. But while the category benefits from increased consumer interest in snacking, crackers have experienced intensified competition from other foods within salty snacks and beyond.




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Ingredion launches NOVELOSE 3490 dietary fiber for high-fiber, low FODMAP bakery and snack applications

Ingredion Incorporated has launched a dietary fiber in the U.S.—NOVELOSE 3490.




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Tate & Lyle launches Fibre University to share fibre fortification expertise with formulators

Tate & Lyle PLC (Tate & Lyle) is pleased to announce the launch of Fibre University, a new online modular course designed to help formulators and food scientists solve even the toughest fibre formulation challenges in a time when most people are not getting enough fibre in their diets.




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Fiber fortification could lower risk of heart disease and diabetes for 7 in 10 UK adults

Increasing the fiber content of everyday UK foods will enable 50 percent more adults to get the recommended daily amount of fiber in their diets and lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes for the majority of UK adults, new study finds.




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MECATHERM launches Authentik Baguette, a growth driver for industrial customers

MECATHERM has launched the Authentik Baguette, a solution that allows manufacturers to meet the new expectations of consumers looking for more authentic products, with a product positioned midway between the classic baguette and the artisan-style baguette.