Abigail Watt

University of Wisconsin-Madison to teach "Enhanced Confections" course

Four-day course to provide insight into fortification materials, regulatory issues, and more.

Abigail Watt

November 18, 2015

The four-day course will run from March 21 – March 24, 2016.

Glanbia acquires thinkThin for $217M

Acquisition will help expand Glanbia's presence in the bar category.

Abigail Watt

November 18, 2015

With its existing products, thinkThin will increase Glanbia Performance Nutrition's presence in the bar category and provide exposure to the expanding nutrition bar segment.

Hershey’s holiday chocolates made with simple ingredients

Chocolate to feature SmartLabel QR code, which lets consumers scan candy with their phones for product information.

Abigail Watt

November 18, 2015

Hershey's Kisses Milk Chocolates and Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars are set to become some of the first products from Hershey to transition to simpler ingredients.

Wrigley, Mars share vision to capture impulse purchases

Optimizing merchandising can help consumers stay refreshed while shopping.

Abigail Watt

November 18, 2015

It's important for retailers and manufacturers to find ways to better meet shoppers' needs, whether it's at the front end, in the pharmacy, or online.

Fats & Oils Trends: Alternative Fats

Palm oil could be a suitable, but controversial, alternative to PHOs now that the FDA wants to phase them out.

Abigail Watt

November 12, 2015

Our understanding of the health effects of fats is constantly evolving.

Premium chocolate trends: Affordable Indulgence

The growing premium chocolate market attracts new comers with quality ingredients and a commitment to taste.

Abigail Watt

November 12, 2015

When it comes to their ingredients and products, premium chocolate makers pride themselves on providing uncompromised quality.

Grilled octopus, chefs, and Michelin Stars

Chefs at the 2016 Michelin Star “reveal” event share some life-changing culinary tricks.

Abigail Watt

November 4, 2015

The elevator doors open to reveal a check-in table set before a bright red backdrop decorated with the words "The Michelin Guide 2016 Restaurants"

Snyder’s-Lance to acquire Diamond Foods

Acquisition to expand Snyder’s-Lance’s footprint in snacking.

Abigail Watt

October 28, 2015

In a combination of two snack companies with major brands, Snyder's-Lance has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Diamond Foods.

Report: U.S. chocolate sales to exceed $26B by 2018

Consumer devotion and innovation are driving market growth despite the economic climate.

Abigail Watt

October 28, 2015

According to a new report by market research publisher Packaged Facts, the future of the market is bullish.

Walgreens acquires Rite Aid for $17.2B

Acquisition will further Walgreens' commitment to accessible, affordable healthcare.

Abigail Watt

October 28, 2015

Walgreens Boots Alliance has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Rite Aid.

Articles by Abigail Watt

University of Wisconsin-Madison to teach "Enhanced Confections" course

Glanbia acquires thinkThin for $217M

Hershey’s holiday chocolates made with simple ingredients

Wrigley, Mars share vision to capture impulse purchases

Fats & Oils Trends: Alternative Fats

Premium chocolate trends: Affordable Indulgence

Grilled octopus, chefs, and Michelin Stars

Snyder’s-Lance to acquire Diamond Foods

Report: U.S. chocolate sales to exceed $26B by 2018

Walgreens acquires Rite Aid for $17.2B

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