Whole grains have become a household word, and the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that half of our grain consumption be from whole grains.
Erica Olson of the North Dakota Wheat Commission will serve as 2013-14 chair for the nonprofit organization, which is dedicated to increasing public awareness of grains.
The California Raisin Marketing Board will accept applications for entries in the sixth annual America’s Best Raisin Bread Contest until July 19. This year’s finalists will attend International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas on Oct. 6-9 and demonstrate their skills on the show floor.
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics likes the revisions made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that aim to reduce obesity rates, improve educational achievements and cut healthcare costs.
The frozen baked goods segment shifts into high gear with the creation of more single-serving product lines, healthier ingredients and upscale flavors.