Cargill's Gatekeeper Purchase Drivers Study of more than 1,000 consumers explored parents' attitudes and drivers of food and beverage purchases for their children.
October 10, 2013
The study found that most parents try to keep meals healthy but still allow for treats (59%).
Horizon Milling announced initial findings from its proprietary multi-year research program to understand what drives liking and disliking of whole wheat breads by specific consumer segments.
October 7, 2013
Consumers fell into unique segments defined by their demographics (e.g., age, income), behaviors (e.g., brand loyalty), and attitudes (e.g., how they feel about certain attributes) in relation to bread.
ConAgra Foods Inc. praised the FDA for approving its petition for a qualified health claim that links whole grain consumption to a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
September 25, 2013
As a result of this approval, food manufacturers will now be able to communicate that whole grains and whole grain-containing foods which meet certain nutrient requirements outlined by the FDA may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Silverland Bakery’s new Natural Food Bars curb hunger and offer more healthy benefits.
September 19, 2013
Silverland Bakery, Forest Park, Ill., says its new Natural Food Bars curb hunger and offer more benefits—thanks to a hand-crafted formula including fruits, nuts and natural enhancers, such as ginger, cocoa and turmeric.
Pretzel Perfection offers twice-baked, gluten-free pretzel sticks for foodservice.
September 19, 2013
Pretzel Perfection, Vancouver, Wash., used the National Restaurant Association’s 2013 Hotel-Motel Show to introduce twice-baked, gluten-free pretzel sticks.