Milk Prices May Double Because Of Government Shutdown

October 7, 2013 Staff Reporter, CNN

With Congress locked up and not passing budget, it means they're not likely to pass a new farm bill either. That means you could see higher prices at the grocery store for stuff like milk, cheese, and butter.

American Almond Products Company Premieres 'Nutty Ideas' Professional Video Series At IBIE

Professional bakers long for reliable ways to increase profits without losing quality. American Almond Products Company launches its “Nutty Ideas: Professional, Practical and Profitable” baking videos to answer their needs. In the video series, pastry chef Michelangelo La Mendola takes viewers into his commercial kitchen where he shares his secrets to creating masterful, practical and profitable pastries using American Almond products. The 19-episode series spans global palates. From Italian pastry favorites such as Pignoli Cookies and hazelnut Baci di Dama to French Macaron, filled Danish rings and the Austrian Linzer Torte, these videos bring creative, time-trusted formulas within easy reach.

Horizon Milling Launches Primo Mulino Italian-Style Flour

October 7, 2013 Cargill

Horizon Milling launched its Primo Mulino™ Italian-style flour at the 2013 International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE®) to help food service providers make great tasting crisp-yet-tender pizza crust, flatbreads, Italian-style breads and crackers. Available from a consistent domestic supply at an affordable price point, the new Italian-style flour can increase customers' profitability and eliminate the challenges associated with using imported ingredients.

Cargill Uncovers Parents' Purchase Drivers Of Bakery Items For Their Kids

October 7, 2013 Cargill

Today at the, 2013 International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE®), Cargill announced the attributes that resonate most with parents as they consider buying bakery items.  The proprietary Cargill Gatekeeper Purchase Drivers Study of more than 1,000 consumers explored parents' attitudes and drivers of food and beverage purchases for their children.

Eight Chefs Advance To Final Round Of The US Foods Next Top Product Contest

October 7, 2013 US Foods

After rallying the support of their local communities and driving online votes, eight chefs have earned their place in the final round of the US Foods Next Top Product contest.  The finalists will head to Las Vegas to compete in a head-to-head cooking showdown at the World Food Championships for the chance to win $20,000 in cash and prizes and have their recipe developed into a nationally distributed product through US Foods.