The acquisition price is roughly $195 million in cash.

The issue of crystallization in food processing can be a challenge for many product developers, especially when it comes to dairy product manufacturing.

The charges come after a five-year investigation by the Competition Bureau in Canada and follows a class action in which the confectionary companies agreed to pay compensation.

Children in low income and urban schools have been found to have higher body mass index (BMI) than those students who attend schools in a more affluent area.

Roasted Garlic & Herb Nibblers, Spicy Cheddar Pretzel Sandwiches, and two Flavor Doubles pretzel varieties join a trio of reduced fat tortilla chip offerings (Whole Grain Tortilla Chips, Dippin' Strips Tortilla Chips and Twist of Lime Tortilla Chips).

Reportedly, the products are the first freezer bar treat from Baskin-Robbins that guests can purchase at participating supermarkets and drug stores nationwide.

About eight of every 10 in-home snack food eatings are considered to be a snack-oriented convenience food versus other foods, regardless of time of day.

The new tapaz2go product will expand the brand further into gluten-free nutritious snacking.

Clark has 27 years of experience in marketing of food and household consumer products.

According to the Markets and Markets report, “Global Chocolate, Cocoa Beans, Lecithin, Sugar and Vanilla Market by Market Share, Trade Prices, Geography Trend and Forecasts (2011-2016),” the global chocolate market stood at $83.2 billion in 2010 and will reach an estimated $98.3 billion by 2016.