Food industry

BARK Expands Consumables Business With Launch of Cereal-Inspired Dog Treat Collection to Inject Innovation, Fun & Humor Into Retail Pet Aisles

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Friday, March 1, 2024
Online Retail, Retail, Other Consumer, Consumer, Other Retail, Specialty, Pets, Collection, Humour, Love, Multimedia, Hunt's Snack Pack, Dog, Banjo-Kazooie, BarkBox, Parent, Toot, Bright, Meat, Entrepreneurship, Knowledge, Food industry

The Snack Pack from BARK features treats inspired by classic breakfast cereals with corresponding mascots and surprises in every box.

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  • The Snack Pack from BARK features treats inspired by classic breakfast cereals with corresponding mascots and surprises in every box.
  • To coincide with the treats, BARK is releasing plush dog toy versions of each treat’s mascot, including Jim Sock, Tooty the Toot, Goober B.
  • BARK is prioritizing growing its consumables business in 2024 and breaking through in a crowded, established category with fun, nostalgia-inducing products for dogs and dog parents.
  • To learn more about the Snack Pack and to purchase, visit bark.co or target.com or visit Target stores.

Qualtia Alimentos Advances Supply Chain with RELEX

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Friday, February 23, 2024
Supply Chain Management, Retail, Other Retail, Food, Beverage, Senior, Agility, Growth, KIR, Protein, Food industry, Cold Cuts

Qualtia Alimentos , a Mexican food producer and subsidiary of Xignux , has chosen RELEX Solutions , provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, for demand forecasting, replenishment, and production scheduling services.

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  • Qualtia Alimentos , a Mexican food producer and subsidiary of Xignux , has chosen RELEX Solutions , provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, for demand forecasting, replenishment, and production scheduling services.
  • Qualtia Alimentos will implement RELEX across their 69 North American distribution centers, to enhance the company's supply chain from manufacturing to planning.
  • This move is part of Qualtia Alimentos's strategy to support growth and to improve digitalization of their supply chain.
  • "Choosing RELEX was a strategic decision," said Carlos López, Supply Chain Planning Director at Qualtia Alimentos.

Air Products to Highlight its Freshline® Food Solutions and New Smart Technology Offering at the Seafood Expo North America

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Moisture, Wireless, Gas, Carbon, Conference, LIN, CO2, Air Products, Food industry, IQF, Convention center

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will highlight its latest innovations in "Smart Technology" capabilities for seafood processors at the Seafood Expo North America at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center from March 10-12.

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  • LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will highlight its latest innovations in "Smart Technology" capabilities for seafood processors at the Seafood Expo North America at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center from March 10-12.
  • Among the technologies highlighted will be Air Products' new Freshline® Smart Technology , which allows customers to control and monitor food manufacturing processes remotely.
  • Air Products' Smart Technology uses sensors and wireless technology to optimize processes and track key parameters.
  • To learn more about Air Products' food freezing solutions, visit Air Products' Cold Zone website.

Novonesis to Unveil Fit-for-Food Mood-Support Probiotic at Natural Product Expo West

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Food, Chocolate, Health, Bifidobacterium, Food industry, Bifidobacterium longum

FRANKLINTON, N.C., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 42% of consumers like their food/drink to contribute to both their mental and physical health. Novonesis is proud to assist with the launch of its latest product for the food industry, the MindAble™ 1714 probiotic. Designed to target the gut-brain axis, the Bifidobacterium longum 1714™ probiotic strain supports the body's ability to manage everyday stress more effectively. With this product, food manufacturers can provide consumers with convenient access to this probiotic via chocolate bars, snack bars, frozen desserts, cereals, or other food formats that contain hard chocolate or compounds. 

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  • Novonesis is proud to assist with the launch of its latest product for the food industry, the MindAble™ 1714 probiotic.
  • Novonesis is proud to launch its latest product for the food industry, the MindAble 1714 probiotic.
  • Novonesis will unveil this new product at Natural Products Expo West, the leading trade show in the natural, organic, and healthy products industry, taking place March 14-16, in Anaheim, California.
  • "We're excited to bring this product to market and showcase it at Expo West," said Steve Quinn, industry manager at Novonesis.

FOOD LIABILITY INSURANCE PROGRAM (FLIP) RELEASES 2024 ECONOMIC OUTLOOK REPORT HIGHLIGHTING CATEGORY GROWTH AND INSURANCE TRENDS

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Monday, March 4, 2024
FLIP, Restaurant, Marketing, Food industry, Farmer, Food spoilage, Benchmarking, Insurance

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP), a national insurance program designed for small to mid-sized operators in the food industry, released today its inaugural "Food Industry Economic and Trend Outlook Report" which includes proprietary statistics on insurance trends in the category, survey results from operators insured by FLIP, and general economic statistics on the category as a whole. The report includes a market-wide analysis of out-of-home food businesses, excluding restaurants and grocers, and segment-specific insights of bakers, mobile bartenders, caterers, event-based businesses such as food truck and farmers market vendors, personal chefs, and home (cottage) food businesses. Segments of the report are below, and the entire report can be accessed online here.

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  • NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) , a national insurance program designed for small to mid-sized operators in the food industry, released today its inaugural "Food Industry Economic and Trend Outlook Report" which includes proprietary statistics on insurance trends in the category, survey results from operators insured by FLIP, and general economic statistics on the category as a whole.
  • Segments of the report are below, and the entire report can be accessed online here .
  • FLIP Statistical Highlights from the report include:
    An analysis of insurance claims processed in 2023 compared to 2022 shows an increase of 2.3%.
  • All data sources can be found in the 2024 Food Industry Economic and Trend Outlook Report prepared by FLIP.

Wagyu Street to Open at LBX in April 2024

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Sensation, Meat, Wagyu, Health, LBX, Taste, Food industry, USDA

LONG BEACH, Calif., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wagyu Street, a tantalizing culinary venture centered around premium wagyu beef, is set to make the first U.S. location in April 2024 at The Hangar Food Hall in Long Beach Exchange (LBX).

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  • LONG BEACH, Calif., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wagyu Street, a tantalizing culinary venture centered around premium wagyu beef, is set to make the first U.S. location in April 2024 at The Hangar Food Hall in Long Beach Exchange (LBX).
  • Customizable Delights: The Wagyu Street model draws inspiration from dishes that allow complete customization.
  • Japanese Sake Pairings: To elevate the feast, Wagyu Street will offer a curated selection of Japanese sake, perfectly harmonizing with each sumptuous meal.
  • His culinary expertise and passion drive the vision behind Wagyu Street, where premium-quality meats meet accessible and affordable dining experiences.

Before the Butcher Adds Restaurant Partner, Expands Distribution for Award-Winning Plant-Based Pepperoni

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Cholesterol, Rosati's, Dot Foods, Meat, Spice, Taste, Food industry, Butcher, Partnership, Fast food

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Before the Butcher – a leading manufacturer of plant-based proteins including beef, chicken, and sausage – is announcing two partnerships to expand the availability of their award-winning plant-based pepperoni which offers all the flavor and texture of classic pepperoni, without the meat.

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  • Before the Butcher has recently expanded their partnership with DOT Foods to distribute their pepperoni to foodservice distributors throughout the U.S.
  • Additionally, Before the Butcher has entered into a partnership with Chicago's iconic Rosati's Pizza to roll out a national test of both their plant-based pepperoni and Italian sausage ground.
  • This 'meat-free' pepperoni is gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, dairy-free, cholesterol-free, hormone-free, and antibiotic-free, making it a preferred option for health-conscious consumers.
  • For more information about Before the Butcher's plant-based pepperoni, visit their website at www.btbfoods.com .

Healthy Innovation Conference explores the future of the sustainable food industry

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Tao, Multimedia, Ethics, Food technology, Conference, Health, WP, Capital Group Companies, Organization, Credit Suisse, PwC, Knowledge, Agriculture, Food industry, Partnership

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural Healthy Innovation Conference (HiConf) opened its doors today in Dubai, UAE, to provide an immersive and insightful journey into the realm of food technology and alternative proteins. The one-day event is the first summit in the MENA region that is wholly focused on new and improved food solutions that bring transformative benefits to the health of people and the planet.

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  • This year's HiConf agenda focuses on emerging food market trends, evolving consumer behaviors, breakthroughs in alternative proteins, sustainable production solutions, and changing ethics that are reshaping the food industry.
  • From government leaders to investors, academics, and entrepreneurs, more than 500 attendees are participating in the inaugural event.
  • "From alternative and sweet proteins to the latest technologies in food sustainability and cellular nutrition, we are taking on the responsibility for human and planetary health.
  • Through the Healthy Innovation Conference, we aim to accelerate the world's shift towards healthy and environmentally conscious diets," says Alaa Al Ali, Board Member at Novel Foods Group.

Healthy Innovation Conference explores the future of the sustainable food industry

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Tao, Ethics, Food technology, Conference, Health, WP, Capital Group Companies, Organization, Credit Suisse, PwC, Knowledge, Agriculture, Food industry, Partnership

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural Healthy Innovation Conference (HiConf) opened its doors today in Dubai, UAE, to provide an immersive and insightful journey into the realm of food technology and alternative proteins. The one-day event is the first summit in the MENA region that is wholly focused on new and improved food solutions that bring transformative benefits to the health of people and the planet.

Key Points: 
  • This year's HiConf agenda focuses on emerging food market trends, evolving consumer behaviors, breakthroughs in alternative proteins, sustainable production solutions, and changing ethics that are reshaping the food industry.
  • "From alternative and sweet proteins to the latest technologies in food sustainability and cellular nutrition, we are taking on the responsibility for human and planetary health.
  • Through the Healthy Innovation Conference, we aim to accelerate the world's shift towards healthy and environmentally conscious diets," says Alaa Al Ali, Board Member at Novel Foods Group.
  • HiConf is organized by WP Human Capital Group with Novel Foods Group as the main sponsor, held in partnership with dfv Conference Group, PwC, and other well-known organizations.

Egglife Foods Welcomes Jim Murray to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Rxbar, Food, Food industry

CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Egglife Foods, Inc, a Chicago-based innovator harnessing the power of eggs to disrupt the food industry with simple, delicious and nutritious egglife® egg white wraps, has appointed food industry veteran Jim Murray to its Board of Directors. Murray joins Andy Arquette, the chief financial officer for Fairlife, who joined Egglife's Board in 2020. The addition of Murray, an accomplished leader in consumer packaged goods, marks a significant milestone for Egglife Foods as the company continues its incredible growth trajectory.

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  • Food industry veteran Jim Murray joins Egglife Foods on its mission to bring consumers protein-packed, low-carb food solutions that replace traditional flour with egg whites
    CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Egglife Foods, Inc , a Chicago-based innovator harnessing the power of eggs to disrupt the food industry with simple, delicious and nutritious egglife® egg white wraps, has appointed food industry veteran Jim Murray to its Board of Directors.
  • Egglife Foods has appointed food industry veteran Jim Murray to its Board of Directors.
  • A seasoned executive with a proven track record scaling successful businesses, Murray brings a wealth of experience to the Egglife Foods Board.
  • Regarding Murray's appointment to the Egglife Board of Directors, Egglife Foods CEO David Kroll said, "Having Jim Murray as part of our Board of Directors will only add fuel to the explosive growth trajectory that Egglife Foods is on.