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Full-Flavor Pastas, Sauces

With the artisan, farm-to-table movement and a drive toward minimal processing, pasta is dressing up more nicely than ever.
Rachel Zemser MS, CCS
August 12, 2013
Pasta used to fall into several basic categories: the on-the-fly, kid-friendly type; the vegetarian entrée option; or authentic dishes found in specialty, stand-alone restaurants.
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Getting the Wish-Bone

Pinnacle Foods Inc. said it would buy Unilever Plc's Wish-Bone salad dressings business.
August 12, 2013
The deal is valued at approximately $580 million.
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Rapid Changes for Retail

The retail market for foods and beverages is undergoing some of its greatest changes since supermarkets came to the fore.
August 7, 2013
A substantial majority of grocery shoppers (85%) report that they do some kind of planning beforehand.
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Canadians Looking Local

BMO released the results of a survey which found that supporting regional economies, farmers and jobs, along with fresh food and taste, all trump the cost of food for people choosing to buy local.
August 5, 2013
The report also revealed what products Canadians buy locally and why.
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America's Spending

Mintel research finds consumer spending has increased across all evaluated markets.
August 2, 2013
More than two thirds (68%) of consumers say that over the past five years they have been more likely to pay attention to product prices
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Hispanics and Food

Results illustrate that Latinos identify food as an important element of daily life.
August 2, 2013
Every 30 seconds, a Hispanic turns 18 years old in the U.S., amplifying the influence of the country's fastest growing ethnic minority.
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Healthy Foods and Overall Consumption

Greater exposure to healthy foods help dieters reduce their food intake.
July 31, 2013
The findings revealed that women who were dieting to lose weight ate 60% less of the chocolate after smelling fresh oranges compared to smelling chocolate.
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Industrial Rice

Riviana Foods consistently delivers uniform industrial rice products for cooking ease and superior-quality flavor, aroma, color and texture.
July 29, 2013
Considering a new entrée or prepared side dish?
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200 from Campbell Soup

Campbell Soup Company expects to launch more than 200 new products in fiscal 2014.
July 26, 2013
The company is strengthening its core businesses and expanding into higher-growth spaces, including new consumer segments, categories and geographies.
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Honest Entrees

Lean Cuisine Honestly Good entrees are made with a combination of thoughtfully selected, quality ingredients that are 100% all natural and contain no preservatives.
July 25, 2013
All six varieties feature lean proteins like whole white meat chicken breasts and North Pacific wild caught fish filets, nutritious whole grains, and farm-selected vegetables.
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