| December 28, 2012 | News for the confectionery industry |
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- Former king of chocolate in Canada eyes comeback
Bernard Callebaut, who founded Chocolaterie Bernard Callebaut decades ago but lost the company shortly after the recession hit, started over in 2010 with the Papa Chocolat brand. Barred from using his name or any of his old recipes, Callebaut says he'll build the business with new recipes and a focus on quality. National Post (Canada)
(12/27)     
- Healthfulness leads predictions of 2013 food-product trends
Food manufacturers can expect rising commodity prices and an increased focus by lawmakers on salt, fat and sugar levels as obesity continues to climb in 2013, Leatherhead Food Research predicts. An overall trend toward health and wellness is expected to provide growth areas in natural foods, functional foods, low-fat and low-sugar food products, Fair Trade products and food products with health benefits specifically geared for seniors, Leatherhead predicts. FoodManufacture.co.uk (U.K.)
(12/27)
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- "Food clock" gene could help explain obesity, diabetes
Mice lacking the PKCĪ³ gene did not adjust their circadian rhythms in response to meal time changes, while normal mice adjusted their "food clock" and woke up in accordance with new meal times, a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found. The findings may help scientists understand the molecular mechanisms of diabetes, obesity and other metabolic disorders, researchers said. United Press International
(12/25)
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Retailers rule at State of the Industry Conference
NCA’s 2013 State of the Industry Conference boasts a line-up of leading retailers from Family Dollar Stores, Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Tedeschi Food Shops, and Walgreens. The event brings together executive leaders in the confectionery industry and features presentations on how to grow your business. Contact Libby Taylor.
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Global confectionery trends in 2013
On Jan. 17 at 11 a.m. EST, NCA and Planet Retail will examine five hot retail trends emerging across the globe and how they will impact confectionery sales and merchandising. The webinar, complimentary for members and retailers, will show how to transform retailer challenges into opportunities. Contact Jenn Ellek.
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- New FDA registration deadline around the corner
Food manufacturers have until Jan. 31 to register with the Food and Drug Administration as part of the new Food Safety Modernization Act. Companies that produce, process or package food are encouraged to research the new requirements. "Don't just assume you are covered because your industry is regulated by agencies other than the FDA," said FDA Solutions Group Managing Director Ann Marie Gaitan. CandyAndSnackToday.com
(12/28)
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