Price, size, and consumer audience led to failure of Keurig Kold, Euromonitor analyst says
Keurig Green Mountain has discontinued Keurig Kold, an in-home soft drinks machine because it “failed to deliver on consumer expectations,” the company said.
Archives for June 9, 2016
Danish Crown cleared for SPF takeover
Danish Crown is free to complete the takeover of SPF-Danmark after the European Commission ruled the acquisition does not break competition rules.
Eurofins and McGill University to provide co-branded training
Eurofins Food Safety Systems (EFSS) has partnered with a university to provide co-branded public training for the Canadian food manufacturing industry.
Hanna Lab App compatible with Android devices
Hanna Instruments’ lab app is now compatible with Android devices.
'radical reassessment' of the low-fat approach needed
More evidence in favour of healthy fats for weight loss
A study published in The Lancet provides more evidence that a low-fat, low-calorie diet is not beneficial for weight loss, while a Mediterranean diet high in healthy fats could help.
IOI damage raises questions about RSPO standards
The damage caused by IOI’s deforestation and peatland drainage is “far greater” than that detailed in the complaint that led to the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil suspending the supplier back in April, says Greenpeace.
Sea buckthorn compounds show eye health support
Proanthocyanidins (PACs) from sea buckthorn seeds may protect retinas from harmful light effects, says a new study.
Chaat takes Indian street food to US dairy aisle
The street food of India, called chaat, has inspired a newly-launched US brand of healthy dairy products aimed at afternoon snacks.
Rainbow Goldfish logo strives to spread smiles for all families during LGBT Pride month
Goldfish crackers, a long-time family favorite, likely will catch many consumers hook, line and sinker this month with the release on select packages of a new multi-colored fish logo that recalls the rainbow LGBT flag.
Soup-to-Nuts Podcast
Soup-to-Nuts Podcast: Strategies for growing sales of plant-based products
When many mainstream consumers think of plant-based alternatives to animal products they think of non-dairy milks – and for good reason: it is one of the fastest growing sub-categories and a key driver in the growth of the overall plant-based segment.
Early nutrition vital to fighting back against EU childhood obesity crisis
European children are ‘in crisis’ over the risk of gut disease and obesity, according to a new report that calls for renewed focus on pediatric digestive health.
Eurasian Economic Union to slash meat imports in 2017
The Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) plans to cut meat imports from non-EEU states by nearly two thirds, according to deputy head of agricultural policy Anna Buts.
More water and less fizzy drinks lead to ‘unprecedented calorie reduction’ in US diet, market study says
As US bottled water consumption increased, “trillions of calories from [the] American diet” were cut, a new study by the Beverage Marketing Corporation has found. But is there still space for other soft beverages?
DiMario ‘snack sticks’ continue Italian legacy of a Chicago family’s hobby
More meat snacks are coming to the market, but Chicago-based DiMario Foods believes the founding-family’s meat-curing tradition is a rare find on store-shelves, and it’s a quirk that can win the hearts of consumers, especially families.
Meat & Livestock Australia rebukes criticism of ‘world-leading’ program
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has hit back at criticism from the Australian Beef Association over its meat quality program.
Yakult’s probiotic fermented milk drink reaching new heights
Yakult was founded in Japan in the 1930s, and the probiotic fermented milk drink has been expanding around the world ever since.
Atria to buy majority stake in Kaivon Liha
Finnish meat processor Atria eyes further expansion in its native land with plans to acquire a majority holding in the kebab and burger manufacturer Kaivon Liha.