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Corbion sells Breddo-Likwifier division to EnSight Solutions

Food Ingredient and lactic acid supplier divests equipment division.

December 14, 2016

Lenexa, Kan.-based Corbion sold its Breddo-Likwifier division to Ensight Solutions LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AmProd Holdings LLC based in Strafford, Mo., last Friday, a move which will enable greater focus on high value-added food ingredients.

Sugar Factory opens location in Chicago River North

Store joins locations in Rosemont, Las Vegas, New York.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

December 14, 2016

Las Vegas-based Sugar Factory American Brasserie, a restaurant and retail confectionery operation, has opened a new store in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, which is just off Michigan Ave., a stretch commonly referred to as the Magnificent Mile.

Hershey to close Chicago Chocolate World location

Store set to close in January; focus will be placed on larger stores.

Bernie Pacyniak

December 14, 2016

The Hershey Co. has confirmed plans to close its Chicago Chocolate World store to focus on larger locations, the Chicago Tribune reported

Report: Consumers’ GMO knowledge still minimal, but getting better

Most unaware of GMO labeling law; concern growing about consuming foods with GMOs.

Bernie Pacyniak

December 14, 2016

The NPD Group’s research reveals that as more consumers recognize that GMOs have benefits in producing better and more resilient crops, such awareness comes with worries about consuming GMOs. As a result, GMOs have become the fastest growing food additive concern, NPD Group says.

Rock of ages: Richardson Brands carves out nostalgic niche as rock candy manufacturer

Richardson poised to take advantage of production capacity through branded, contract manufacturing, private label segments.

Bernie Pacyniak

December 9, 2016

For something that's so simple and pure, producing rocky isn't, but Richardson Brands is doing it.

Natural Products East Expo: New segements emerge in healthy snacking

New categories indicative of American consumers' yearning for change, healthier products.

Curtis Vreeland

December 9, 2016

These are some finds Contributor Curtis Vreeland discovered while canvassing the Natural Products East Expo, held Sept. 21-23 in Baltimore.

Special Report: New product development making manufacturers invest

Candy Industry's Ingredient & Equipment Trends survey reveals increased activity in new product launches, equipment investments.

Bernie Pacyniak

December 9, 2016

There's nothing dismal about Candy Industry's Confectionery Ingredient & Equipment survey. Respondents representing a broad cross-section of the industry are looking to make equipment purchases during the next three years.

Land management remains issue for sustainable palm oil production

Industry partners work toward developing, implementing more sustainable practices.

Olivia Zyszczynski

December 9, 2016

As the palm oil industry makes efforts toward more sustainable practices, land management issues still affect the environment and communities surrounding palm oil production facilities.

Georgia Nut Co. announces sales management changes

John Drehobl named director of sales and marketing; Kurt Thorsen takes over as v.p. of business development.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

December 8, 2016

Georgia Nut Co., a family-owned confections, nuts and snacks manufacturer based in Skokie, Ill., has announced changes in its sales management.

Fannie May remodels Chicago flagship store

Open floor plan offers room for café concept, easier shopping.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

December 7, 2016

The 2,400-sq.-ft. store, located at Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, now features an open floor plan and simple, elegant décor meant to draw new and repeat customers to the iconic Chicago brand, owned by 1-800-Flowers.

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