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Hydrating a growing culture

ZICO Beverages targets niche in the sports drink market
December 12, 2011
Jessica Jacobsen
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Fresh out of college in 1991, Mark Rampolla ventured to Latin America as a Peace Corps. volunteer in Costa Rica. He also spent time in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and Brazil. During his travels, Rampolla was enlightened by many things within the Latin American culture, including a popular regional drink: coconut water.
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Starbucks coffee

Consumers still seeking a coffee fix

Price sensitivity causes at-home consumption growth
December 12, 2011
Jennifer Zegler
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The economic downturn caused many consumers to cut back across categories, but coffee consumers have found new ways to enjoy their cup of joe. Approximately 79 percent of adults in the United States drank coffee in the last two years, according to Chicago-based Mintel Group Ltd.’s October Coffee report. However, 48 percent of coffee drinkers surveyed said they are drinking more coffee at home and less away from home in 2011 than they were a year ago — a trend that Mintel predicts will continue to drive retail coffee sales through 2012.
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Beer

A commitment to better beer

Full Sail Brewing focuses on quality, craftsmanship
December 12, 2011
Jennifer Zegler
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Irene Firmat, founder and chief executive officer of Full Sail Brewing Co., Hood River, Ore., was inspired by the beer varieties she encountered during European travels and wanted to introduce more American consumers to the concept of high-quality beer.
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Supplementing what demographics are missing

Fortification provides access to vitamins and minerals
December 11, 2011
Jennifer Zegler
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Consumers continue to search for ways to fit health and wellness values into their often too-busy schedules, which has led to a thriving marketplace for better-for-you products.
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MIO Group

The Best Packages of 2011

Beverage packages showcase beauty, functionality and sustainability
December 12, 2011
Stephanie Hildebrandt
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Brands on the shelf are allotted only a short period of time to grab shoppers’ attention and convince them to purchase the product. Most purchase decisions are made in a split second, according to Tobii Technology, Danderyd, Sweden.
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SupplySide West innovations focus on flavors, functions

Ingredient show highlights range of new, popular solutions
December 11, 2011
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Marking its 15th anniversary, SupplySide West, which took place Oct. 10-14 in Las Vegas, hosted 1,340 booths showcasing beverage, food, dietary supplement and cosmeceutical ingredient solutions.
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David Kohlman

Prevention is the best policy to avoid asset loss

Deter stealing through safety measures, workplace attitude
December 13, 2011
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Theft is as much of a problem at vehicle maintenance and repair facilities as it is with any other organization — and maybe even more so.
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Walmart

Competitive spirit spurs new formats

Larger retailers get creative to compete for market share
December 13, 2011
Jessica Jacobsen
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As non-traditional grocery retailers see more competition from dollar store formats and wholesale club stores, mass merchandisers and supercenters are enlisting new ways to grow their consumer bases.
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Jenny Zegler

Beverage Beat: Care for a sample?

December 13, 2011
Jennifer Zegler
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With consumer perceptions of the economy about as bleak as a winter weather forecast in the Midwest, it’s no wonder marketers are embracing any and all methods to reach consumers.
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Jessica Jacobsen

Local pride

December 13, 2011
Jessica Jacobsen
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As more beverage companies pop up on the radar, it can be fun and interesting to see where they are located. Having emerging and established companies in your backyard can allow for a sense of pride and connection with those brands.
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Flexible future forecasted for lab testing

Equipment caters to growing, changing beverage market
December 13, 2011
Jessica Jacobsen
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With more beverages introduced to the market every day, lab testing equipment suppliers are tasked with developing equipment to accommodate the growing marketplace.
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Guar Gum

Creator's Briefs: Guar gum replacement

December 14, 2011
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TIC Gums developed a new product that can replace guar gum in powdered instant beverages.
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Treatt Hibiscus

Beverage R&D: New flavors

December 14, 2011
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Treatt PLC added Hibiscus Treattarome 9766 and expanded its From The Named Food (FTNF) Treattarome range with the launch of Black Tea Treattarome Extra 9768.
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BI News

R & D News: The Wright Group, David Michael, BI Nutraceuticals headlines

December 14, 2011
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The Wright Group, Crowley, La., announced its acquisition of a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Plain City, Ohio.
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Ingredient feature

Reading between the leaves

Tea shows off its colors, benefits and many functions
December 11, 2011
Stephanie Hildebrandt
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Hot or cold, bottled or bagged, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, according to the Tea Association of the U.S.A. Inc., New York City.
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Soy protein solubility

Processing low pH protein-fortified beverages

Comparing traditional soy with new transparent soy protein
December 13, 2011
Lisa Bradford and Joe Richardson
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Soy protein-fortified beverages usually are formulated with traditional isolated soy protein varying in functionality and sensory attributes. Recently, a new transparent acid-soluble isolated soy protein (TASISP) has been developed through alternative processing methods.
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Packaging News: Redesigns and new releases from Coca-Cola Co., Dos Equis and Johnnie Walker

December 13, 2011
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The Coca-Cola Co., in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), turned its iconic red cans white in support of providing help to protect polar bears’ Arctic habitat. The cans feature the image of a mother bear and her two cubs traveling across the Arctic below the brand’s signature script logo printed in red.
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Automation making strides in warehouses

Automated storage and retrieval systems address key trends
December 13, 2011
Jessica Jacobsen
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Updating or investing in automation for a warehouse can be a large capital expenditure, but it is an investment that many companies are willing to make.
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Suppliers Marketplace - December 2011

December 13, 2011
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New equipment and product releases from Brother Mobile Solutions, Ball Corp.,Schneider Packaging Equipment and more.
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