Bakery

A new implementation guideline for leveraging GS1 global standards for traceability business processes in the dairy, deli, and bakery supply chain was released today by the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association, the International Dairy Foods Association, and GS1 US. The Traceability for Dairy, Deli, & Bakery US Implementation Guideline is available at www.gs1us.org/DDBTraceabilityGuide. …

After slicing and dicing their way to the Sandwich Showdown, one Canadian aced the final competition. ACE Bakery and Food Network Canada personality, Bob Blumer, today announced that Jean Émond's North African Lamb Sandwich with Harissa and Figs on ACE Bakery Ciabatta has been officially toasted Canada's Best Sandwich. Along with the national title, Émond is the winner of a $10,000 prize and $10,000 donation towards his charity of choice, World Wildlife Fund Canada. …

The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center last week from October 6-9 and truly reflected the “All Together Now” theme of its 2013 campaign. More than 21,000 attendees from 100 countries and from every segment of the grain-based food industry united to make important connections and get down to serious business. …

The public warning issued on October 9, 2013 has been updated to include additional products. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Regal Snacks Inc. are warning people with allergies to eggs not to consume the KCB and RFP brand products described below. The affected products may contain egg which is not declared on the labels. …

Corbion Purac, an expert in biobased food ingredients, will be showcasing its extensive portfolio of label-friendly ingredients at the latest edition of Food ingredients Europe in Frankfurt, Germany. Visitors to stand 8A39 will get the chance to discover the company's wide range of natural food preservation, fortification, sodium reduction innovations, including its latest food integrity innovation, Verdad Powder F80. …