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Frozen Factors

Frozen fruit and vegetables can be healthier, with higher levels of vitamins and cancer fighting antioxidants, than leafy fresh produce.
October 9, 2013
Two independent studies found more beneficial nutrients in everything from frozen broccoli florets and carrots to blueberries.
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Using the Noodle

A survey found that 59% of U.S. adults eat noodles or a pasta dish at least once a week.
October 9, 2013
Nearly four out of five (78%) noodle or pasta eaters said meat, such as meatballs, is among their favorite topping for any noodle dish.
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Veggies on the Menu

Total menu incidence of vegetables has increased over 11% in the past three years.
October 9, 2013
More than nine out of 10 consumers agree that menu items containing a full serving of vegetables are more healthy.
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New Boulder CEO

James B. Leighton has been named chief operating officer of Boulder Brands Inc.
October 9, 2013
Leighton will oversee operations, including internal and external manufacturing, research and development and food service across the company.
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Nuggets of Truth

Mississippi researchers examined chicken nuggets from national fast-food chains to see what they were made of.
October 8, 2013
Chicken meat was not the predominate component in either nugget.
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New Schwan's CEO

The Schwan Food Company announced that Dimitrios Smyrnios will serve as its next chief executive officer.
October 8, 2013
He succeeds Gregory Flack.
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B&G Takes Rickland Orchards

B&G Foods Inc. has acquired Rickland Orchards LLC from Natural Instincts LLC.
October 8, 2013
The acquisition of Rickland Orchards, whose products include Greek yogurt coated granola bars and bites, is the fourth acquisition by B&G Foods since October 2012.
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Bob Evans Cutting Texas Ties

Bob Evans Farms’ ties to Texas and its long-ago purchase of the Owens restaurant chain are loosening.
October 8, 2013
The Columbus-based restaurant and food-production company is closing its Richardson, Texas, plant.
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Consumers and Whole Wheat Breads

Horizon Milling announced initial findings from its proprietary multi-year research program to understand what drives liking and disliking of whole wheat breads by specific consumer segments.
October 7, 2013
Consumers fell into unique segments defined by their demographics (e.g., age, income), behaviors (e.g., brand loyalty), and attitudes (e.g., how they feel about certain attributes) in relation to bread.
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Land O'Frost Breaks Ground

Land O'Frost broke ground on a new $6.4 million corporate headquarters, a project that will shift 50 jobs to the town.
October 7, 2013
The 27,000-square-foot building will feature a pilot plant and a high-tech test kitchen.
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