Packaged Facts Culinary Research Spotlights Protein-Rich Diets

August 20, 2014 Packaged Facts

With many consumers looking to get more protein into their diets, protein-rich foods have come to the center of food development, menu, R&D and merchandising discussions in the food industry. Packaged Facts recently published a report, Proteins Classic, Alternative and Exotic Sources: Culinary Trend Tracking Series, analyzing the protein trend and charting the opportunity-scape of select, highly-relevant food and beverage profiles.

CMI Named As A Finalist For PMA Impact Award In Packaging

Columbia Marketing International (CMI) has been named as a finalist for the 2014 PMA Impact Awards in Excellence in Packaging for their innovative single serving cherry package.

Church Of 'Superfoods' Gains More Believers

For American eaters who long to take control of their health, nothing offers the perception of power quite like “superfoods.” These discussion always start with kale but stretch far beyond, into an almost religious reverence for produce with a nutrient-rich reputation. Not only do three-fourths of consumers believe they can manage their health through nutrition, according to a Nielsen (NLSN) survey, nearly one-third believe food can replace medicine.

Limoneira Company Expands International Operations With Investment In Chilean Packing House

August 20, 2014 Limoneira

Limoneira Company, a leading agribusiness with prime agricultural land and operations, real estate and water rights in California and Arizona, announced today that it has made an investment in “Rosales S.A,” a citrus packing, marketing and sales operation in La Serena, Chile.

ALL LEMON Ends 2014 Season With Reduced Exports

August 20, 2014 ALL LEMON

ALL LEMON, the quality seal for exported lemons from Argentina, is now entering the final weeks of its 2014 season which has been characterised by less volume than 2013. Despite the downturn, fruit quality has been superior and, as a result, arrivals have been well received by clients across the world.