Wal-Mart emerging from Amazon’s shadow

Wal-Mart executives see groceries as key to competing with on-line leader.

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@FoodBizNews @NewFoodAisle Forward | Subscribe | Advertise | Contact November 5, 2015 Wal-Mart emerging from Amazon's shadow Wal-Mart executives see groceries as key to competing with on-line leader. Kraft Heinz consolidating North American operations The company announced plans to close seven plants and layoff 2,600. Panera plans transition to cage-free eggs Bakery-café joins McDonald's, Dunkin' and others in making the move. Research Assistant Grain-based foods Learn about the latest technologies and trends affecting one of the most dynamic categories in the food industry. Obesity This Research Assistant assesses the social, regulatory and product development trends that have emerged as society attempts to cope with the issue. Nutrition bars As the convenience, portability and health trends have all gained steam, nutrition bars have become a key snack and meal replacement category. Feature Food companies differ on labeling 'added sugars' Such large companies as Mars and Nestle have come out in support of the proposal. General Mills hit with lawsuit over gluten-free Cheerios snafu Plaintiffs claim company participated in 'deceptive, unfair and false advertising.' from FoodBusinessNews.net   Food waste reduction 2.0 A new report from the Food Waste Reduction Alliance highlights new ways the food industry may divert waste from landfills. from FoodBusinessNews.net   Consumers embracing Sodastream's repositioning Company says transition to health and wellness brand is moving forward. from FoodBusinessNews.net   Wendy's '4 for $4' fullfilling a need Company says promotion is first of several value bundles planned. from FoodBusinessNews.net   Importance of agriculture to national security scrutinized United States may need to be able to secure the safety and availability of food supplies of important allies. from FoodBusinessNews.net   Ingredient sales slip 1.4% for MGP Ingredients A rise in specialty starch sales fails to offset dips in specialty proteins and commodity starches in the third quarter. from FoodBusinessNews.net follow us on Twitter @FoodBizNews | @NewFoodAisle download the FBN app forward | change email address | subscribe | unsubscribe To ensure delivery to your inbox, add foodbusinessnews@send-sosland.com to your address book or safe sender list. Contact us: Advertising | Privacy Policy | Customer Service ©2015 Sosland Publishing Co. 4801 Main Street, Suite 650 Kansas City, MO 64112 (800) 338-6201