Oreo, a cookie brand owned by Mondelez International, has introduced new Oreo Thins to its existing range of cookies. To be available in Original, Golden and Mint flavors, the new Oreo Thins cookie is a sleek version offering the same ...
Tags: processed food, new Cookies taste, Oreo
US-based gluten free crackers manufacturer Crunchmaster has said that 12 of its products now carry the Non-GMO Project Verified seal. "The demand for non-GMO products has been growing rapidly with no signs of slowing," said Dani Dahlberg, ...
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has developed a new government certification and labeling for foods that are free of genetically modified (GM) ingredients. The move follows requests from some consumer groups for mandatory ...
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Processed food packaging company Sopakco will expand its operations in Marion County, South Carolina, by installing a new fitment pouch line. The expansion will see around $4.5m in investment, creating 56 new jobs, and will take place at ...
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A recent study across the US revealed that highly processed foods were at the top of the American consumers shopping list, which consisted of more sugar, salt and fat than foods that were less processed—equalling 60% in calories of ...
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Australian farmers, agribusiness and food business entrepreneurs working with Chinese businesses are reporting greater access to new markets and value chains, which is translating to increased profits, according to new research released ...
Organic food ingredient manufacturer NutriFusion is set to introduce four new products - GrandFusion Vegan Protein, GrandFusion Complete, NutriFusion Lift, and NutriStix Antioxidant - at the 2015 Natural Products Expo West/Engredea ...
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The European Parliament has backed plans to create a new meat labeling regulation in processed foods. The new law, when put into force, will require food producers to mention the country of origin of meat used as an ingredient in ...
Study finds salt intake not associated with heart health risks Salt intake was not associated with mortality or risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and heart failure (HF) in older adults based on self-reported estimated sodium ...
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Brazilian food company BRF, a producer of frozen foods under Sadia brand in the Middle East, has opened new $160m production plant in Kizad, Abu Dhabi. The plant will be capable of producing around 70 thousand tonnes of food products ...
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Hindustan Tin Works (HTW), prominent Indian can and end maker, will celebrate the export of its “1 billion ends” at the Metal Packaging Plaza during Interpack. Atit Bhatia, sr. vice-president, HTW, said: “We are a ...
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U.S. factory output rose further last month, extending strong growth from February after harsh weather had caused production to tumble in January. Manufacturers produced more furniture, clothing, chemicals and aerospace products. The ...
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Private investor Agri-Vie is reportedly seeking to invest in Nigerian food companies, as the African country tries to reduce its dependence on oil and lower imports. Cape Town, South Africa-headquartered firm plans to invest in food ...
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Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) today released a statement saying that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently proposed changes on product label of processed food sold in the US market. The main ...
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Consumption of prepared meals in Thailand is forecast to rise at an annual rate of 9.8%, while other South East Asian countries, such as Indonesia and the Philippines, are only expecting respective growths of 6% and 2.3%. According to ...
Tags: Packaged Food, packaging, prepared meals