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Consumer Trends for 2009
With the economy affecting shopping, consumers grapple with prices and desires.

T.G.I. Friday’s Adapts Meals for Kitchen Convenience
Heinz’s Complete Skillet Meals replicate the restaurant experience for the new wave of eating at home.

Collective Wisdom on Outsourcing
Our joint survey on contracting-out production, R&D and other functions finds a lot of mixed feelings.

Weighty Issues Surround Healthy Food Choices
Consumers feel increasingly good about their health, but a disconnect with caloric intake continues.

Food Companies Remain on Top of Customer Satisfaction Index
The University of Michigan's American Customer Satisfaction Index dipped only a slight 0.1 percent in the third quarter of 2008, to a score of 75 on a scale of 100.

WhiteWave, Hero Team Up for Chilled Fruit

Lightweighting the Pack Expo Show
Pack/Process Expos were larger with fewer attendees; vendor innovation focused on sustainability.

Pepsi Launches New Logo
Pepsi logo seen as optimistic, geared toward 'millenials'

The Stevia Rush Is On
With FDA approval, Coke and Pepsi already rolled out drinks; Dr Pepper promises one.

Keeping the Metal Out
Metal detectors are the final defense as Quali Tech blends flavors for food processors.

2009 Manufacturing Trends Survey: Economy Ahead, Proceed with Caution!
Food safety remains paramount and energy’s cheap for now, but this certified recession has processors looking to 2009 with hesitation.

Editor's Plate: Reasons for Optimism
Our Manufacturing Survey shows the resilience of the food and beverage industry.

Equipment Round Up: Cleaning And Sanitation Products
January's Equipment Round Up focuses on cleaning and sanitation products.

American Frozen Food Institute Names Kraig R. Naasz President and CEO