An interview with Rich Nohner, Director of R&D, Kemps, St. Paul, Minn.
June 21, 2012
In this fourth edition, Food for Thought talks with Rich Nohner, director of research and development for Kemps. Now part of the Dairy Farmers of America, Kemps, St. Paul, Minn., produces and markets fresh milk, premium ice cream and frozen yogurt, frozen novelties, sour cream and cottage cheese through retail supermarkets and foodservice channels.
Rules on the labeling and contents of baby milks and food for people with special medical needs would be better defined to protect consumers and give clarity to the food industry, under draft legislation adopted by the European Parliament.
While artificial sweeteners have been at the center of much debate in recent months, one ice cream manufacturer has opted against the use of sugar in one of its recent introductions.
To fully appreciate why natural vanilla is one of the most prized and expensive flavors in the world today calls for a little history, plus insight into the processes employed in producing and using it.