Study Demonstrates How Balanced Front of Pack Nutrition Labeling Can Help Positively Inform Consumer Food Choices

Accurate front of pack nutrition labeling (FOPNL) can be helpful to both consumers and food companies to ensure relevant nutrition information is accessible when consumers are making product choices in-store.

University of Minnesota Students Win Checkoff’s New Product Competition

The students created Yay-tost, a creamy Norwegian-style, brown, whey-based cheese spread that offers health-conscious consumers a good source of protein, contains 3 grams of dietary fiber and is an excellent source of calcium. The product comes in an aluminum squeeze tube that is recyclable.

The Dough Dilemma: Dough Proofer vs. Floor Proofing

June 18, 2024 Empire Baking Equipment

Dough proofing is crucial for achieving that perfect rise and gluten development needed to bake bread with the proper texture and flavor. There are a few different ways to proof bread dough. However, two of the methods are often compared and debated. Those two methods are using a Dough Proofer and floor-proofing dough.

Chinese Team Secures “Best Showpiece Award” at the 52nd UIBC International Competition for Young Bakers with Angel Yeast’s Support

June 18, 2024 Angel Yeast

In a recent display of global baking talent, the 52nd UIBC International Competition for Young Bakers took place in Reykjavik, Iceland, featuring 14 contestants from 7 nations. As the sole Asian representative, the Chinese team made a remarkable impression, clinching the “Best Showpiece Award”, with the support of Angel Yeast 

Almond Board of California Announces 2024 Tastemaker Trials Student Competition Winners

The Almond Board of California (ABC) announced the winners of its Tastemaker Trials student competition, which invited university students to create delicious almond-based snacks that tap into the consumer trend of “intentional indulgence” and appeal to younger generations’ snacking needs.