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Potential for Prickly Pear and Chia

The rediscovery of ancient foods like quinoa has now opened the door for other forgotten plants to go global.
July 3, 2014
North America saw the majority of chia seed food and drink launches in 2013, with 47% of launches in the U.S. and 12% in Canada.
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New Faces at Bell Flavors

Bell Flavors and Fragrances announced new hires.
July 3, 2014
The positions filled include an East Coast sales executive and a marketing coordinator.
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Protein to Satiety

Consumers have turned their attention to protein to boost nutrition in their diets.
July 3, 2014
Some 62% of consumers agree they are “making a point of getting enough protein” from the foods and beverages they consume.
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Shift at La Tortilla

La Tortilla Factory has hired Jeff Ahlers as its president and chief executive officer.
July 3, 2014
The appointment is the result of a long-term search process led by the Tamayo family and the board of directors.
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Handy New Culinary Director

Handy International announced that Joseph Ascoli has recently joined the company as director of Culinary Development.
July 3, 2014
Prior to joining Handy, Ascoli led the culinary development at Kettle Cuisine for six years.
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Dunkin' Names Executive Chef

Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. announced Jeff Miller as the company’s new executive chef and vice president of Product Innovation.
July 3, 2014
A chef who has spent more than 11 years with Dunkin’ Brands, Miller has been responsible for the company’s strategic menu and product development.
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Consumers Taking Organics to Avoid GMOs

Avoiding GMOs (genetically modified organisms), for themselves or their children, is an increasingly important reason why parents choose organic food.
July 3, 2014
Almost 25% of parents buying organic said that wanting to steer clear of genetically modified foods is now one of their top reasons for selecting organic.
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Daiya Names CEO

Daiya Foods appointed Terry Tierney as its CEO.
July 3, 2014
Tierney’s career in the natural, organic and conventional grocery industry spans 30 years.
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LycoRed Announces Succession Plan

LycoRed, Israel announced the appointment of Rony Patishi-Chillim as its new CEO, effective October 1, 2014.
July 3, 2014
Prior to joining Adama in 2010, she served as SVP at the Investment Banking Group of Barclays Capital (formerly Lehman Brothers).
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New Lead at Nu-Tek

Nu-Tek Food Science announced that Brian Boor has been named president and chief operating officer (COO).
July 3, 2014
He previously served as senior vice president of sales and business administration.
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