U.S./Canadian equivalency signing first step toward global organic accord
Call it a victory for common sense. Last week at the Organic Trade Association (OTA)’s All Things Organic show in Chicago, Deputy Agriculture Secretary Kathleen Merrigan presided over the signing of an organic equivalency agreement between the U.S. Dept of Agriculture (USDA) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
A 'shout out' to Paco Typically, it’s an intense week whenever the National Confectioners Association’s ALL CANDY EXPO rolls into town in the middle of May. Let’s face it, the former candy capital of the world understands the importance of having confectioners in town to showcase the latest treats, thus facilitating a bit of sweet and savory wheelin’ and dealin’ on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Katjes: A pioneer in Potsdam Faced with a critical need to add capacity in order to sustain a fast-track growth strategy, Katjes Fassin GmbH selects a greenfield site in Potsdam, Germany, to debut the latest in processing efficiency and operational transparency.
Mintel reports drop in new product launches According to Mintel’s Global New Products Database, the number of new product launches in the United States food and drink categories dropped 51% in the first quarter of 2009 compared with the first quarter of 2008.
The Warrell Corp. acquires Classic Caramel The Warrell Corp., which sells candy under the Pennsylvania Dutch Candies and Katherine Beecher brands, has acquired the assets of York, Pa.-based Classic Caramel Co.
11th Annual European Suppliers Roundtable The global economic crisis, while causing concern about business activity this year, cannot rattle the world’s leading suppliers of confectionery processing equipment and ingredients. Many view this as an opportunity to reinvest into their research and development efforts as they await the segment’s rebound.
Saluting the Kettle
When Candy Industry's founder and publisher, Don Gussow, established the Kettle Award in 1946, he did so not knowing who the first recipient would be.
Flax Your Body’s Flax SuperSnax Grass Valley, Calif.-based Flax Your Body has launched new Flax SuperSnax flavored, roasted flax sees in four flavors: Chocolate, Sweet Cinnamon, Premium Garlic and Mediterranean.
Reminiscent chocolate Created by the company’s creative director, Gilles Marchal, the Summer 2009 Chocolate Collection uses vibrant colors, arabesque designs and unique flavors to describe the romance of Andalousie, Spain.
NSF and ASN announce Smart Choices food package-labeling program
NSF International and the American Society for Nutrition have announced their joint roles in administering a new nutritional front-of-package labeling initiative called the Smart Choices Program, which will provide manufacturers and retailers with a reliable front-of-pack icon and calorie information to help consumers recognize smarter food and beverage products.
Bosch Packaging Technology renames subsidiaries Stuggart, Germany-based Bosch Packaging Technology, a leading supplier of holistic systems in the world of packaging and process technology, has changed the name of several of its subsidiaries.
Panning healthier pleasures Better-for-you centers like nuts and fruits remain popular in panned chocolates, but more exotic centers are making their appearance.
Puratos Chocolate USA opens Innovation Center Dozens of industry professionals indulged on chocolate baked goods and candy during the grand opening of Puratos Innovation Center in Kenosha, Wis., last month.
