A Smile Can Increase Childrens Fruit & Veggie Consumption

A new study, published in the journal Obesity, suggests that parents smile while eating something that they want their children to eat. Researchers found that how much children wanted to eat a particular food was influenced by emotions displayed by people eating it in photos.

Borton & Sons Wins Judgment Over Damaged Apples

A Yakima fruit company has won $770,000 in a federal lawsuit against a California-based chemicals company. A jury reached the verdict March 17 in favor of Borton & Sons, which had sued Novazone Inc. over damages from its Purfresh product used in controlled atmosphere storage.

Triangle’s X Series Bagger Now Offers Ultrasonic Sealing Technology

March 29, 2011 Triangle

Can a VFFS bagger really reduce leakers by using less film? It can if its Triangles new X Series Bagger, now available with Ultrasonic sealing technology. Ultrasonics is ideal for industries that require 100% seal integrity for an airtight product. Triangles Ultrasonic Sealing System offers just that, along with savings on film and labor, higher output, and improved product quality.

Sheetz Debuts A New Store With Drive-Thru In Beckley, WV

March 28, 2011 Sheetz

Sheetz has opened its first new location in Beckley, West Virginia. The new store is the first in West Virginia to offer a drive thru window. The “Inside Out” service allows customers to purchase anything they get inside the store outside at the window.

RestaurantIt.com Launches Beta Version Of New Global Foodservice Industry Sourcing Tool

March 28, 2011 RestaurantIt.com

RestaurantIt.com, a finding engine for foodservice buyers, announced today the beta launch of its new global foodservice industry marketplace. This virtual marketplace is a one-stop customized sourcing tool designed to connect quality foodservice buyers, suppliers and distributors from around the world.