Georgia Bill Looks To Allow Raw Milk In Grocery Stores

Some metro Atlanta residents say they're concerned that legislation aimed at allowing grocery stores to sell unprocessed milk will force regulations on farmers and compromise the relationships they have with customers.

'Got Milk' Dropped As National Milk Industry Changes Tactics

February 24, 2014 E.J. Schultz, Ad Age

Got Milk? Not anymore. The Milk Processor Education Program is sidelining the iconic ad slogan in favor of a new tagline, "Milk Life," which puts emphasis on milk's nutritional benefits, including its protein content.

New Report: 'Packaged Breakfast Baked Goods: US Market Trends'

February 24, 2014 Packaged Facts

“Packaged Breakfast Baked Goods: U.S. Market Trends,” a new report from Packaged Facts, presents a detailed analysis of the U.S. consumer market for packaged breakfast baked goods sold in retail outlets. It outlines key issues and trends affecting the overall market and analyzes all product categories including shelf-stable, refrigerated, and frozen bagels, English Muffins, donuts, muffins, toaster pastries/tarts, and pastries such as Danish, coffee cakes, cinnamon rolls and others.

Barry Callebaut Takes Over Remaining 51% Of Certified Bean Supplier Biolands

February 24, 2014 Barry Callebaut

Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, acquired the remaining 51% of Biolands Group, its long-time supplier of certified cocoa beans from East and West Africa. Barry Callebaut has been purchasing 100% of Biolands’ top-grade cocoa since 2000 and acquired a 49% stake in Tanzanian-based Biolands International in 2008. Since then, the model has been replicated in Sierra Leone and Côte d’Ivoire through the establishment of Bio-United and Biopartenaire. With the complete takeover of the Biolands Group, 143 full-time employees have joined the Barry Callebaut Group.

Grain Foods Foundation Goes Red In Support Of The American Heart Association

February 24, 2014 Grain Foods Foundation

More women die of heart disease than of any other cause; however, only one in five women believes it is her greatest health threat. With this in mind, the Grain Foods Foundation is partnering with the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement to generate awareness of the disease and promote women's heart health. Grain Foods Foundation is sponsoring the Go Red For Women New York City Luncheon on March 4, 2014, and partnering with Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, a member of its Scientific Advisory Board, to highlight the role diet can play in prevention.