The 25th annual Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) convention and trade expo, May 30-31, enjoyed a 20% boost in attendance, nearing a record number, says TIA CEO Jim Kabbani. The show also experienced a 10% increase in exhibitors.
Four seafood processors in different states, a bakery and a New York dairy farm are among the food companies receiving recent warning letters from the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The National Confectioners Association’s show, May 20-22 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, presented a whirlwind of new snacks and bakery items its Most Innovative New Product Awards, where such items were taste-tested by an elite panel of industry food experts and then voted on by attendees.
The National Restaurant Association’s annual show was packed again this year, displaying many better-for-you food and menu options with bolder, spicy flavors; portion-controlled packaging; and even Chicago-style, deep-dish pizza that’s gluten-free. In fact, more gluten-free food exhibits showcased new products than ever before.
The American Bakers Association, the leading advocate for the baking industry, releases a video highlighting its most recent activities and accomplishments on behalf of the industry.