Don't pass the buck on sustainable sourcing, urges expert
Brand owners and retailers must realise that they have the final responsibility for ensuring a sustainable supply of ingredients for their products, according to one sustainability expert.
Archives for July 21, 2013
Pakistani, Caribbean and Halal are the fastest growing trends in ethnic cuisine, says GrubHub
Pakistani, Caribbean and Halal cuisines experienced the greatest growth in order volumes in US restaurants over the past year, although Italian, Chinese and Japanese remain the top three most popular ethnic cuisines in America, according to digital food...
Dr Pepper cuts 7UP antioxidant content to settle US class action
Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPS) is settling a US court case over the use and marketing of antioxidants in 7UP and has cut them from drinks, while paying plaintiff lawyers $237500 in fees.
Mini pies and slices hold tasty prospects beyond winter holidays, says Nielsen
Downsizing pies can shift the baked good from a one-off winter tradition to an everyday dessert, says Nielsen.
Gluten-free taste improvements spur market growth
The gluten-free foods market has continued to grow as new ingredients and technologies have significantly improved the taste of products, according to experts at the Institute of Food Technologists’ annual meeting.
American Meat Institute boss to step down
The head of the US’ biggest meat industry trade association has announced that he will step down after 24 years of service.
Market-driven approach better than laws for GMO labeling, UNPA says
A market-driven approach that allows consumers to opt for foods made without genetically modified ingredients is preferable to mandatory labeling via either state or federal statutes, according to the United Natural Products Alliance.