Twenty-One Finalists Selected For Third IDFA Innovations Awards

The search for innovative solutions is often the driving force for dairy leaders who attend the International Dairy Show. In fact, a quarter of the attendees responding to the 2013 post-show survey stated that they expect to realize anywhere between $100,000 to more than $1 million in profits and cost savings directly from a solution they found at the Dairy Show. 

Wixon Introduces Mag-nifique Sour-Lift

August 21, 2015 Wixon

Wixon now offers Mag-nifique Sour-Lift, an all-natural flavor modifier that enhances the perception of sourness without adding acid. The new product is part of Wixon’s proprietary collection of Mag-nifique technologies that bring out the best in food and beverage products for a variety of consumer segments.

Ardent Mills To Acquire Mondelez Canada's Flour Mill In Mississauga, ON

August 21, 2015 Ardent Mills

Ardent Mills, the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, announced today its intent to acquire the Mondelez Canada flour mill located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The mill produces hard and soft wheat flour for its Canadian bakeries and a number of food manufacturing customers. The details of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the next few weeks.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit Partners With Jewel-Osco To Sell Its Rolls

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, the nation's largest barbecue chain known for its down-home, slow-smoked Texas barbecue served at more than 500 restaurants in 43 states, has expanded its signature products into stores, so guests can make Dickey's a part of any meal. Dickey's delicious 10 count packages of signature buttery rolls can now be purchased in 180 Jewel-Osco grocery stores throughout the Chicagoland area.

Big Food’s Natural Brand Acquisitions Prosper Best When Left Alone

August 21, 2015 Anjali Athavaley, Reuters

Hormel's experience after purchasing Applegate illustrates the challenge large food manufacturers face when they acquire smaller natural and organic companies. Big food and beverage makers such as Campbell Soup Co, General Mills Inc and Coca-Cola Co facing sluggish U.S. sales because their processed foods and sugary drinks are increasingly viewed as posing significant health risks, have been buying such brands to tap into a faster growing market and win credibility with consumers.