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Canadian Food Spending

Most Canadians believe the food they purchase has increased in price over the past year.
May 16, 2013
A majority say they will tighten their belts and make smarter decisions when purchasing food.
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Bellisio Taking Overhill

Bellisio Foods said it is buying frozen-food supplier Overhill Farms as it looks to expand its frozen-food and snack business.
May 16, 2013
For the past two years, it has teamed with Overhill Farms to produce and distribute frozen meals under the Boston Market brand.
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Food Commercials and Young People

Watching TV commercials of people munching on hot, crispy French fries or sugar-laden cereal resonates more with teens than advertisements about cell phone plans or the latest car.
May 9, 2013
A new University of Michigan study found that regardless of body weight, teens had high brain activity during food commercials compared to nonfood commercials.
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The Modern-day Shopper

The study shows that, despite radical changes in society, women still dominate the retail marketplace.
May 8, 2013
The study shows that, despite radical changes in society, women still dominate the retail marketplace.
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Consumer Food Spending

Feeding a family of four at home will cost about $4 more each week this year than in 2012.
May 8, 2013
Away-from-home food spending is projected to rise approximately $2.40 each week.
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Grupo Herdez to Buy Nutrisa

Mexican processed foods company Grupo Herdez plans to pay 2.98 billion pesos ($245 million) to buy Nutrisa, a frozen yogurt and food supplement chain.
May 3, 2013
Nutrisa reported sales of 1.14 billion pesos ($93.70 million) during the whole of last year.
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So Much for Brand Loyalty

Fewer and fewer consumers are staying loyal to their favorite brands.
April 26, 2013
A new survey shows brand loyalty has dropped for the third year in a row.
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Impact of Serving Size

People given large servings of food eat more than those given smaller servings.
April 22, 2013
The study highlights the need to find new ways to reduce the effect of portion size on overeating.
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Pizza, Pizza

The strong sales performance pizza displayed in table service restaurants in 2012 continued into 1Q13.
April 19, 2013
The growth in pizza sales was driven largely by expanded flatbread offerings by restaurants.
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