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Justin’s USDA Certified Organic Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces

The treats are USDA certified organic, use Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa, are Non-GMO Project Verified and are available in two varieties, Dark Chocolate Peanut and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter.




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Dr. Bronner’s Regenerative Organic Certified Chocolate

Dr. Bronner’s Regenerative Organic Certified Salted Dark Magic All-One Chocolate goes beyond USDA Organic and Fair Trade standards, demonstrating that regenerative organic agriculture can be practiced at the scale needed to meet global market demands. 




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Califia Farms Organic Oat Barista Blend

The new barista blends and creamer address the needs of consumers seeking plant-based, café-quality beverages at home for a fraction of the price.




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Suja Life Appoints New Top Leadership

With an impressive leadership track record and a deep understanding of the food and beverage market, Maria Stipp is poised to drive Suja Life to transformative new heights as the company continues to build its strong portfolio of consumer brands. 





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Sustainable Initiatives, Strategic Vision Solidify Organic Market Future

Two pioneers in global sustainability certification, FoodChain ID and ReSeed, announced the launch of a new industry-leading ReSeed Soil Carbon Methodology for carbon market initiatives. The Soil Carbon Methodology rewards farmers not only for maintaining existing soil organic carbon built through sustainable farming practices, but also for the removal and storage of additional carbon dioxide emissions by soils. The Soil Carbon Methodology is the first program on the market to offer these two key benefits, while also making voluntary carbon markets accessible for vulnerable and small farmers to scale agriculture climate initiatives worldwide.




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Motif FoodWorks Opens New Home for Plant-Based Food Innovation

Motif FoodWorks, the ingredient innovation company on a mission to make plant-based food taste better and more nutritious, announced the grand opening of its new lab and office space in the Boston Seaport neighborhood, a growing hub for science and technology innovation.




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Food R&D: Identifying the Starting Point for New Product Success

Although there may be a pandemic-related slowdown, there’s no stopping new product development activity. To better help its readers with initial new product evaluation and development Prepared Foods asked Nancy Jo Seaton, owner and president of Seaton Food Consultants, to create a thought leadership series. Seaton has more than 30 years of food industry experience and most recently led global product evaluation for the Subway restaurants. She also has worked for such global food brands as Chiquita, Unilever and ConAgra.




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Building New Products for the “Greater Good” Requires a Shift From Classical Product to Behavioral Product Development

Although there may be a pandemic-related slowdown, there’s no stopping new product development. To help readers with new product development strategy, Prepared Foods asked Dave Lundahl, founder of InsightsNow, to create a thought leadership series connecting R&D with consumer insights. 




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California Natural Color: Natural Color

Food and beverage manufacturers will be able to see the difference natural colors make for themselves in a wide variety of applications in the Beverage, Candies & Confections, Snacks & Bakery Goods, Meat Alternatives, and Nutraceutical categories. Colors are available in liquid, concentrate, and California Natural Color’s proprietary crystal color technology.




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Gen Z Trendspotters Identify Top Food & Beverage Product Trends

“We were so honored to be invited to the Fancy Food Show this year. It is a great way for our students to see how broad the food industry is and understand the impact of the work we do at the lab,” said Drexel Food Lab Associate Director Chef Rachel Sherman. “I find it encouraging to see what products and trends jump out to them."




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Ice Breakers Flavor Shifters

Wild Berry to Coolmint brings together the best of both fruity and minty flavors, while Wintergreen to Coolmint offers a double hit of two popular mint flavors for the ultimate refreshing taste.




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California Milk Advisory Board Names New Leadership

Dr. Wagoner brings more than 10 years of experience in dairy products research and innovation to the role. He got his start as a trained chef at the California School of Culinary Arts before obtaining his BS, MS, and PhD in Food Science from North Carolina State University. 




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Flavorchem Explains New Regulations on Organic Certified Flavors

As of December 27, 2019, organic certified flavors will be required in all organic food and beverage products, unless the flavor is not commercially available as organic.




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IFMA Releases Industry and Segment Forecast for Food-Away-From-Home

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) released its final 2023 estimates and its latest 2024 Food Away-From-Home (FAFH) Industry and Segment Projections.




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Califia Farms Acquires Uproot Inc.

Founded by Kevin Eve and Jacob Conway who had a passion to provide consumers with healthy plant-based beverages, Uproot provides a convenient solution while increasing sustainability through packaging reduction. 




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Can't Imagine this Ethernet v. Wifi Setup Is Better ... But

So currently (excuse the terrible schematic graphics) this is what I have: FIOS Router -----[WIRED via Ethernet] ----> Netgear Orbi Mesh ---------> Apple TV box wifi'ed to Netgear Orbi FIOS's new "cable box" wifi'ed to Netgear Orbi (or maybe...




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How to evaluate and specify food-grade lubricants

In every food plant, there are gears and bearings that need grease, machines that need oil changes and components that need regular lubrication to continue performing at their best.




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Why be liable for workplace injuries if robots can do the job safely, efficiently?

Robots in picking, packing and palletizing applications have performed some new feats—thanks to clever system integrators who have given them sensitive touch, better grips and keen vision.




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Spindrift Fuji Apple

To capture the unique character in Fuji Apple, the team sourced a blend of apple varietals grown in US orchards to complement and balance the bright, ripe flavor of Fuji Apple.




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Plant-Based Innovations: Califia, Milkadamia, and More Expand Beverage and Creamer Offerings

“Given the success of our Matcha Almond Latte, we’ve expanded our line of tea beverages with Chai Almond Latte based on the growing popularity of chai tea lattes and consumer demand for easy solutions for café favorites at home,” said Suzanne Ginestro, Califia’s chief marketing officer.




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GT's Living Foods Earns TRUE Gold Certification for Zero Waste Excellence

The prestigious recognition stands as a testament to GTLF's commitment to zero waste practices and sustainable operations, a commitment that resulted in the company securing a TRUE award-winning waste diversion rate. 




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Lifeway Foods Single-Serve Organic Kefir Flavors

Many of these flavor combinations have never been seen before in the cultured dairy category. In addition to being lactose-free, the new Flavor Fusions line is loaded with high-quality bioavailable nutrients, like protein, calcium, and 12 live and active probiotic cultures.




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How to Differentiate Between Caulking and Sealant for Tile Installations

Scott Carothers, academic director for the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, explains when to use grout, caulking or sealants for your tile installations. 




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If the Floor Is Not Flat, Fix It

As installers approach a floor tile job, there are numerous questions that need to be answered before the first tile is set. Is the floor substrate suitable for receiving tile and is it flat?




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My Takeaways from WFCA’s New Leadership Development Certification

Floor Trends & installation Associate Publisher and Editor Tanja Kern shares her experience with The World Floor Covering Seeking Excellence As Leaders (SEAL) Leadership Development and Certification Program.




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WIFI Scholarship Program Empowers Women in the Flooring Industry

Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) is accepting applications for its second round of scholarships until July 10, 2024.




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We Are CFI: How Certification and Camaraderie Make a Difference in the Flooring Industry

In a new column, International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) Advisory Board Chair Rod Von Busch shares the journey that CFI is on to embrace change and diversity, the challenges it faces, what potential members can expect and how its current members are setting it apart. 




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PepsiCo Partners with Einride to Electrify US Frito-Lay Food Routes

By leveraging Einride's offering of connected electric trucks, charging infrastructure and digital freight platform that optimizes operations with data-driven insights, PepsiCo aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions.




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IFMA The Food Away from Home Association

After the pandemic years, it became clear that the foodservice supply chain and ecosystem are interconnected, with manufacturers, operators, and distribution partners needing each other to address critical challenges. 




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Consumers Identify Health and Wellness for Pet Food

FOOD ENGINEERING talks with Mintel Consulting’s Lynn Dornblaser about consumer preferences for pet food over the last five years and what’s ahead.




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Mohawk Builder Multifamily Hosts Design Summit, Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability in Flooring

Mohawk Builder Multifamily welcomed 11 designers from across the country to its inaugural design summit in Alpharetta, Georgia, to build relationships, garner feedback on flooring products in development, and share insights about the company's investments in innovation and sustainability.




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WIFI to Host Panel at CFI FCICA Convention: The Shero Playbook: The Big Ask for Advancement

The panel will cover a range of tips on advocating for yourself in the workplace, including assertive negotiations, leadership development, and cultivating relationships with mentors. 




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Smartlift Outdoor Lift Provides Secure Maneuverability for Panel Installations

Smartlift's SL 609 Outdoor series is designed for mounting glass, marble, granite, and steel. 




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Designer Jennifer Farrell Unveils I.C.E. House Project in Historic French Wine Country

Celebrity designer Jennifer Farrell announced her latest project, I.C.E. House (Interconnected Changeable Environments), set in historic stone farmhouses amid French vineyards. The two-year multimedia experience, culminating in 2026, showcases an adaptable "home of tomorrow" concept blending ancient architecture with modern luxury design.




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T. Hasegawa Secures USDA Certification for Meat and Poultry Flavor Manufacturing

The California-based company is adding equipment, resources and production space to accommodate production of USDA-certified meat and poultry-based products.




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How to Manufacture Instant Coffee Using Clarifiers, Decanters and Tricanters

In instant coffee production, the goal of separation technology is to produce optimum particle separation and yield, increasing the quality and purity of the finished product.




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Sustainable Plant of the Year Award: Clif Bar

This year Food Engineering’s revived Sustainable Plant of the Year Award has been given to Clif Bar for its newly built bakery in Twin Falls, Idaho.




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Mohawk Achieves NALFA's LF-02 Sustainability Certification

LF-02, created by NALFA as a benchmark in environmental responsibility for laminate floor coverings, aims to systematically document and enhance the sustainability profile of products. 




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Mohawk Builder + Multifamily Expands USA-Made Portolfio

Mohawk Builder + Multifamily is building a more sustainable world with a diverse portfolio of carpet, laminated wood and resilient flooring all made in the USA to help customers create greener communities.




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Diversifying Marketing Plans to Stay Ahead in a Crowded Industry

According to a 2014 study by the Harvard University Joint Center for Housing, the home improvement industry is expected to see double-digit growth through the end of the year.




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National Floorcovering Alliance Members Report Resilient Performance Through Diversification

The National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA) members demonstrated classic American entrepreneurial resilience at their fall meeting in Washington, D.C., October 27-30, reporting flat to positive business performance in 2024 despite broader market softness.





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Former Spirits Industry Execs Launch Non-Alcoholic Beverage Company DioniLife

The company will focus exclusively on non-alcoholic adult beverages and aims to build a portfolio of products across beverage categories, both through internal development and acquisition.




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Schönox HPS North America Expands Green Building Portfolio with LEED v4.1 Certifications

Schönox HPS North America announced its extensive range of LEED-contributing flooring products that meet LEED v4.1 certification requirements for both interior and building construction.




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Multifamily Supplier Urban Surfaces Celebrates 5 Years with i4F Drop-Lock Technology, Expands Commitment

Multifamily flooring supplier Urban Surfaces uses i4F technologies to ensure high-quality flooring installations. 




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Coronavirus upends life, work and the food and beverage industry

The coronavirus pandemic we’re dealing with has created a situation that is beyond anyone’s control. That means we adapt, adjust and make the best of it.




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Mohawk Partners with WIFI to Celebrate Women in Flooring at Edge Summit 2025

Mohawk, in collaboration with Women in the Flooring Industry (WIFI), announces plans to celebrate the impactful women in the flooring industry at Edge Summit 2025. 




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New Multifamily Housing Showed Mixed Results in Third Quarter

Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing showed mixed results year-over-year in the third quarter, according to results from the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).




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Schluter's New Ditra-PS Uncoupling Membrane and Primer-PS Work Together to Simplify Tile Installation

Schluter-Systems introduces Schluter-Ditra-PS peel and stick uncoupling membrane and Schluter-Primer-PS, a brand-new primer specifically designed for use with Schluter peel and stick membranes.




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Küberit Showcases New Profile Selection Process, Sample Acquisition and Specification Support

Küberit USA will debut its new integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisiiton, and resources for specification support at this week’s TISE. 




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Clif Bar’s visual bakery project has the company ahead of the game

Clif Bar's Twin Falls bakery was named Food Engineering’s Sustainable Plant of the Year in 2017. The Indianapolis bakery has a different—although equally successful—story to tell.