Food science

Stop Foodborne Illness Selects Ecolab VP as Newest Board Member

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors for Stop Foodborne Illness (STOP) – a national public health nonprofit advocating for effective food safety policies and food safety culture change within the food industry – has elected Lisa R. Robinson as its newest board member.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors for Stop Foodborne Illness (STOP) – a national public health nonprofit advocating for effective food safety policies and food safety culture change within the food industry – has elected Lisa R. Robinson as its newest board member.
  • Robinson, currently vice president of Ecolab's Global Food Safety and Public Health within the Research, Development & Engineering function, begins her board term immediately.
  • Ecolab Inc. is the global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and vital resources.
  • Visit our website for a full list of the Board of Directors of Stop Foodborne Illness.

Fiberstar, Inc. Launches New Organic Citrus Fibers for Food & Beverages

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Monday, January 16, 2023

RIVER FALLS, Wis., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiberstar, Inc., the leader of innovative citrus fibers launched a line of new organic citrus fibers – Citri-Fi® 400 series.

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  • RIVER FALLS, Wis., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiberstar, Inc., the leader of innovative citrus fibers launched a line of new organic citrus fibers – Citri-Fi® 400 series.
  • These new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable and organic food ingredients.
  • "We are thrilled to add these new organic citrus fibers to our portfolio," says President and CEO of Fiberstar, Inc. John Haen.
  • Labeling options include citrus fiber, dried citrus pulp or citrus flour.

Fiberstar, Inc. Launches New Organic Citrus Fibers for Food & Beverages

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Monday, January 16, 2023

RIVER FALLS, Wis., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiberstar, Inc., the leader of innovative citrus fibers launched a line of new organic citrus fibers – Citri-Fi® 400 series.

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  • RIVER FALLS, Wis., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiberstar, Inc., the leader of innovative citrus fibers launched a line of new organic citrus fibers – Citri-Fi® 400 series.
  • These new citrus fibers are in response to the increasing demand for natural, sustainable and organic food ingredients.
  • "We are thrilled to add these new organic citrus fibers to our portfolio," says President and CEO of Fiberstar, Inc. John Haen.
  • Labeling options include citrus fiber, dried citrus pulp or citrus flour.

United Natural Foods to Showcase a Wide-Ranging, Innovative Portfolio of Products, Services, and Emerging Brands at Orlando Selling Show

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) (“UNFI”) today announced plans to host approximately 4,000 customers, suppliers, vendors, and emerging brands at its Spring and Summer Show taking place Feb. 7-8 in Orlando, Fla.

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  • United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) (“UNFI”) today announced plans to host approximately 4,000 customers, suppliers, vendors, and emerging brands at its Spring and Summer Show taking place Feb. 7-8 in Orlando, Fla.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230119005881/en/
    Over 4,000 customers, suppliers, vendors, and emerging brands will gather at UNFI’s Spring and Summer Show taking place Feb. 7-8 in Orlando, Fla.
  • The night before the Orlando Show begins, the UpNext team will host its Pitch Slam event to help introduce emerging brands to UNFI retailers.
  • The winning brand will be recognized on the show floor and receive a discounted booth at a future UNFI selling show.

Natura PCR Receives FDA Letter of Non-Objection for Direct Food-Grade Packaging

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Film and flexible packaging make up almost a quarter of today's plastic generation, but only about 5 percent is recycled.

Key Points: 
  • Film and flexible packaging make up almost a quarter of today's plastic generation, but only about 5 percent is recycled.
  • Demand for PCR is expected to continue to grow in response to consumer-packaged goods companies' commitments to use recycled content and pressures from consumers and regulators to increase PCR content in the packaging materials the companies manufacture.
  • "This is a pivotal step toward making a real impact on meeting sustainable packaging goals of our customers," said Jon Stephens, chief executive officer, Natura PCR.
  • We can now create a true cyclical value chain where plastic food packaging materials can be used where primarily virgin materials were utilized previously."

Numerator Monthly Inflation Report: Food at Home Prices Up 1.2% in December

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

According to Numerator, seasonally adjusted prices for all food at home purchases increased 1.2% in December, an acceleration from the 0.5% increase in November.

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  • According to Numerator, seasonally adjusted prices for all food at home purchases increased 1.2% in December, an acceleration from the 0.5% increase in November.
  • In December, seasonally adjusted prices for cereals and bakery products increased 0.4%, prices for meats, poultry, fish, and eggs increased 1.8%, prices for dairy and related products increased 0.9%, prices for fruits and vegetables increased 0.8%, prices for nonalcoholic beverage and beverage materials increased 0.1%, and prices for other food at home increased 1.5%.
  • On a year-over-year basis, between December 2021 and December 2022, prices for food at home increased 11.4% overall, prices for cereals and bakery products increased 14.2%, prices for meats, poultry, fish, and eggs increased 8.6%, prices for dairy and related products increased 14.3%, prices for fruits and vegetables increased 8.6%, prices for nonalcoholic beverages and beverage materials increased 11.2%, and prices for other food at home increased 13.1%.
  • The Numerator Inflation Report is produced and published by Numerator under the leadership of Numerator Chief Economist, Dr. Leo Feler.

United Natural Foods Releases Better for All Report for Fiscal Year 2022

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Monday, January 9, 2023

United Natural Foods, Inc., (NYSE: UNFI) (the “Company” or “UNFI”) today released its annual Better for All Report, which details UNFI’s progress toward its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments during the Company’s 2022 fiscal year, which ended July 30, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • United Natural Foods, Inc., (NYSE: UNFI) (the “Company” or “UNFI”) today released its annual Better for All Report, which details UNFI’s progress toward its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments during the Company’s 2022 fiscal year, which ended July 30, 2022.
  • This year, the Company launched three new science-based targets, bringing its total goals to 15 across its entire Better for All strategy.
  • During the Company’s 2022 fiscal year, UNFI associates logged a 35 percent increase in volunteer hours.
  • The report also includes the Company’s disclosure aligned to recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Disclosures.

Kellogg Company's People Analytics drive a winning culture by design, not default

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Social K: Kellogg Company Blog -- People Analytics Drive a Winning Culture by Design, not DefaultBy Petra Mudder, Director of Global People Analytics, Kellogg Company

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  • By Petra Mudder, Director of Global People Analytics, Kellogg Company
    What do you see as the big opportunity for data and analytics in HR?
  • Kellogg culture is very special– it's a differentiator for our employees and a competitive advantage for our business.
  • On top of that, we are setting up three stand-alone companies, each with a winning culture.
  • People and business data are tremendous assets that, when analyzed effectively, can drive our HR strategies and culture, including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, retention & engagement and manager effectiveness.

Kraft Paper Market to Reach US$ 20.8 Bn by 2026, TMR Study

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Monday, January 9, 2023

The global kraft paper market was worth US$ 17.3 Bn in 2021 and is expected to reach US$ 20.8 Bn by 2026.

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  • The global kraft paper market was worth US$ 17.3 Bn in 2021 and is expected to reach US$ 20.8 Bn by 2026.
  • Increase in preference for lightweight, reusable, environment-friendly, and cost-efficient kraft paper packaging solutions is expected to fuel market development in the coming years.
  • Rise in adoption of boxes and cartons in these industries is augmenting the global kraft paper market.
  • Prominent players in the global kraft paper market include Mondi Group, International Paper Company, Georgia-Pacific LLC, WestRock Company, and Smurfit Kappa Group.

Candyoni Maison Launches Line of Luxurious Lickable Oils

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Dec. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Candyoni Maison is bringing honesty, humor, and eroticism back to the boudoir with the launch of their Luxury Erotic Lickable Oils.

Key Points: 
  • WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Dec. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Candyoni Maison is bringing honesty, humor, and eroticism back to the boudoir with the launch of their Luxury Erotic Lickable Oils.
  • Described as Luxury Erotic Lickable Oils, each 30ml glass bottle is made in the US and filled with the finest natural ingredients and flavorings.
  • Bringing a smile and a laugh back to the bedroom, Candyoni Maison describes their 'Elixirs' coquettishly as a range of vibrant flavors with baked-in nostalgia.
  • With brands like The Swimwear Branding Agency , Candyoni Maison's Luxury Erotic Lickable Oils is the second brainchild of Creative Director and CEO Stephanie Perry.