Kraft Foods to upgrade US Kool-Aid factory
Kraft Foods has been granted funding of nearly half a million dollars for additional packaging equipment at its Dover, Delaware facility.
Archives for July 1, 2012
Kraft wins innovation award for Trident Layers
Kraft Foods has bagged an innovation award from market analysts Nielsen for its Trident Layers gum brand.
Tackling childhood obesity: What role should industry take?
The food industry could play an important role in fighting childhood obesity and improving children’s nutrition, according to a panel of experts speaking at IFT last week.
Texture is 'every bit as important as flavor' in new product development
New product developers need to be aware that texture has a strong impact on how flavor is perceived and should be considered at the beginning of the NPD process, according to president of TIC Gums Greg Andon.
Dispatches from IFT 2012 Las Vegas
Natural reds bound for larger distribution
California-based San Joaquin Valley Concentrates aims to boost its range of crystalline natural red colours, which it has developed in the US, in the global market.
New antimicrobial ingredient targets booming natural demand
Grow Green Industries and PL Thomas showcased their new natural antimicrobial ingredient at IFT, intended to enhance food safety and increase shelf life across a wide range of applications.
Shape symbolism? Interactions between taste and shapes could help marketers
Better understanding and utilisation of the abstract links between basic tastes and certain shapes could help manufacturers to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace, say researchers.