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dsm-firmenich Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Plainsboro NJ to Help Customers Quickly Scale up Their Innovative Food & Beverages

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health and beauty, has opened a new pilot plant in Plainsboro, New Jersey designed to enable collaboration with customers.

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  • dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health and beauty, has opened a new pilot plant in Plainsboro, New Jersey designed to enable collaboration with customers.
  • In addition, the area is designed with a conference room with a direct view of the pilot facility which maximizes collaboration with customers.
  • We have built a solid infrastructure in Plainsboro propelled by an incredibly talented team with a strong innovation network.
  • We see our pilot facility as a center of creativity and collaboration, where the future of taste, texture and health in food and beverages comes to life.

Alliance for Food and Farming: Studies, Government Data Discredit “Dirty Dozen” List

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Monday, March 18, 2024

The research also found that the list authors follow no scientifically established methodology in the development of their list.

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  • The research also found that the list authors follow no scientifically established methodology in the development of their list.
  • From Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) “Dirty Dozen” report: “The Shoppers Guide does not incorporate risk assessment into the calculations.
  • The Alliance for Food and Farming is a non-profit organization formed in 1989 which represents organic and conventional farmers.
  • Alliance contributors are limited to farmers of fruits and vegetables, companies that sell, market or ship fruits and vegetables or organizations that represent produce farmers.

Genworth Releases Cost of Care Survey Results for 2023: Twenty Years of Tracking Long-Term Care Costs

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

The cost of long-term care services increased across all provider types and increased more substantially for certain settings, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2023.

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  • The cost of long-term care services increased across all provider types and increased more substantially for certain settings, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2023.
  • Inflation and the shortage of skilled care workers are the core drivers of increases in the costs of care services.
  • Genworth, in partnership with CareScout, a wholly owned subsidiary of Genworth Financial, Inc., has been conducting its Cost of Care Survey since 2004.
  • Cost of Care Survey tool , an interactive web-based tool to help calculate the median cost of long-term care services in your area.

For National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13), experts provide tips to prevent likelihood of bites

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest data from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), 45% of U.S. households include a dog or dogs, for a total of 88 million canine companions in the United States. While the vast majority of these dogs will coexist peacefully with us, dog bites remain a serious public health risk, with more than 4.5 million people bitten each year in the United States.

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  • During National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13), a coalition of veterinarians, animal behavior experts and insurance representatives are urging people to understand the risks dog bites pose to people and other pets, and to take steps to prevent bites from happening.
  • As we mark National Dog Bite Prevention Week, let's commit to increasing our understanding of the issue and taking proactive steps towards prevention.
  • To help protect young children from dog bites, the National Dog Bite Prevention Week Coalition is teaming up with the Center for Canine Behavior Studies to promote their new Be BiteSmartSM educational initiative.
  • For more information on preventing dog bites and National Dog Bite Prevention Week, visit AVMA.org/DogBitePrevention .

David Standridge, Executive Chef of The Shipwright's Daughter in Mystic, CT, Named Finalist in the 2024 James Beard Awards for Best Chef Northeast

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

MYSTIC, Conn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- David Standridge, executive chef of The Shipwright's Daughter in Mystic, CT, has been named a finalist in the 2024 James Beard Awards in the category of Best Chef, Northeast.

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  • MYSTIC, Conn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- David Standridge, executive chef of The Shipwright's Daughter in Mystic, CT, has been named a finalist in the 2024 James Beard Awards in the category of Best Chef, Northeast.
  • At The Shipwright's Daughter, located within The Whaler's Inn, Standridge creates imaginative dishes that celebrate local ingredients while incorporating innovative techniques and flavors.
  • "Being named a finalist for the James Beard Award is a tremendous honor and a tribute to the dedication and hard work of our entire team at The Shipwright's Daughter," said Standridge.
  • The winners of the 2024 James Beard Awards will be announced at a gala event on June 10th in Chicago.

AHARA Personalized Nutrition Announces Daily Meal Plans and Rewards Program

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AHARA, a leader in personalized nutrition and the only evidence-based, food-first nutrition plan, is introducing two new product features to further enhance its personalized nutrition program for consumers. Daily Meal Plans and a user rewards program are now available to members. As a leading advocate in personal nutrition, AHARA's rewards initiative incentivizes users to prioritize healthy eating habits, offering points redeemable for credit, while its daily Meal Plan feature makes eating the foods rich in your key nutrients even easier.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AHARA , a leader in personalized nutrition and the only evidence-based, food-first nutrition plan, is introducing two new product features to further enhance its personalized nutrition program for consumers.
  • Daily Meal Plans and a user rewards program are now available to members.
  • In line with its mission to revolutionize personal nutrition, the AHARA rewards system lets users accumulate points through daily engagement with the AHARA app.
  • "Our personalized Meal Plans and rewards program not only encourages healthy eating habits but also reinforces the value of utilizing the AHARA app daily as a comprehensive tool for personalized nutrition guidance."

Dan-O's Seasoning Unveils Tac-O Seasoning: Elevate Your Meals, Embrace the Tac-O Life

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Since 2015, Dan-O's Seasoning has been transforming the seasoning scene, and is excited to shake things up even more with Tac-O.

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  • Since 2015, Dan-O's Seasoning has been transforming the seasoning scene, and is excited to shake things up even more with Tac-O.
  • Dan-O's is spicing up the Tac-O scene by creating a Tac-O Life, where tacos are for more than just Tuesdays.
  • Phillip Crosby, CEO of Dan-O's Seasoning, shares his excitement for the Tac-O launch: "Tac-O Seasoning represents our commitment to innovation and flavor exploration.
  • For more information about Dan-O's Seasoning and to order your bottle of Tac-O Seasoning, danosseasoning.com and follow us on TikTok , Instagram , X and Facebook .

Alsana Appoints Eating Disorder Industry Veteran Allan Benham as CEO

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allan Benham, BSN and MBA, a healthcare executive who specializes in leading organizations in the behavioral health treatment sector, has been appointed CEO of Alsana , an eating disorder recovery community.

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  • WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allan Benham, BSN and MBA, a healthcare executive who specializes in leading organizations in the behavioral health treatment sector, has been appointed CEO of Alsana , an eating disorder recovery community.
  • Benham has more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
  • "My passion for changing lives through recovery and for patients struggling with eating disorder behaviors patient aligns with Alsana's purpose: to provide compassionate, personalized treatment with a holistic approach, empowering people to embrace healing," said Benham.
  • with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Benham began his career as a Registered Nurse with Meadows Behavioral Health where he cared for patients with eating disorders.

Barilla® and Three-Time Emmy Award Winning Composer Cristobal Tapia de Veer Team Up to Create the Al Bronzo Soundtrack

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you ever wondered how your favorite food would sound? Barilla, the world's leading pasta producer, has leveraged the power of art and science to answer that question. Today, the brand releases its Al Bronzo Soundtrack, a bespoke musical score designed to amplify your pasta-eating experience with the brand's expertly crafted Barilla® Al Bronzo® pasta and the science of sound.

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  • Today, the brand releases its Al Bronzo Soundtrack, a bespoke musical score designed to amplify your pasta-eating experience with the brand's expertly crafted Barilla® Al Bronzo® pasta and the science of sound.
  • To celebrate, Barilla is also giving a lucky group of fans the chance to win a limited-edition vinyl record version of the Al Bronzo Soundtrack.
  • When you pair Al Bronzo pasta with the ultimate culinary soundtrack, you get an unforgettable multisensory experience that elevates dining to new heights.
  • The Barilla Al Bronzo Soundtrack Giveaway prize includes a limited-edition vinyl record, recipe cards and tasting instructions.

Walmart, Sam's Club and Feeding America Partner Again to Fight Hunger. Spark Change. in the Movement to End Hunger

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Monday, April 1, 2024

CHICAGO, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the 11th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam's Clubs are teaming up with their customers, members, suppliers and associates for the annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign to support the Feeding America® network of partner food banks.

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  • campaign to support the Feeding America® network of partner food banks.
  • has generated more than $186 million for Feeding America and local food banks, helping to secure nearly 1.9 billion meals* for people facing hunger.
  • With partnerships like this, we can end hunger in this country," said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, Feeding America's CEO.
  • *Currently, $1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America® on behalf of local partner food banks.