Snacking on Bars Snack bar sales have skyrocketed, a result of a combination of factors. February 18, 2014 In a typical two-week period, almost a quarter of Americans eat some type of snack bar at home or bring one from home to eat later.Read More
Bread & Breakfast The U.S. is a nation of breakfast choices, from grab-and-go, pop-in-the-toaster strudels to full-on Sunday brunch French toast with bacon and hash browns. Whatever the choice, it will likely include a baked bread or pastry. David Feder , RDN Dean Lavornia, CEPC, Contributing Editor February 17, 2014 Even simple and healthful yogurt and fruit breakfasts typically include a bakery item, such as a toasted bagel or muffin top.Read More
Energy in a Cereal Honey Bunches of Oats added Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy. February 17, 2014 Both of the new varieties include whole grains, protein and fiber.Read More
Jimmy Dean Adds to Morning Options The Jimmy Dean brand is adding to its Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick product portfolio. February 11, 2014 Apple Cinnamon Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick and Very Berry Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick are available for the first time in five-count packages.Read More
New Bar for Breakfast Kellogg's Nutri-Grain is fueling breakfasts this winter with a new cereal bar. February 10, 2014 Nutri-Grain Fruit & Oat Harvest cereal bars come in two flavors -- Country Strawberry and Blueberry Bliss.Read More
Mondelez Invests Mondelez International plans to invest more than $130 million in new biscuit manufacturing technology and capabilities in its current U.S. network. February 7, 2014 The investment will focus on bakeries in Fair Lawn, N.J., and Richmond, Va.Read More
Cereal for Digestive Health Post Foods LLC is introducing Great Grains Digestive Blend cereals. February 6, 2014 In addition to having the whole grains and natural fiber found in all Great Grains cereals, these new varieties add active cultures.Read More
Tyson Joins Breakfast Bandwagon Tyson Foods Inc. is adding a new line of breakfast items to its product offerings with Tyson Day Starts products. February 5, 2014 Tyson Day Starts breakfast sandwiches are available in seven varieties.Read More
Nestle Divests Power Bar Nestlé sold its premium sports nutrition business under the PowerBar and Musashi brands. February 4, 2014 The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.Read More
Post Completes Pair of Acquisitions Post Holdings Inc. completed the previously announced acquisitions of Golden Boy Foods Ltd. and Dymatize Enterprises. February 4, 2014 Both acquisitions were effective on February 1, 2014.Read More