Manufacturers
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Safety of Plastic Food Packaging
Plastic packaging has phthalate chemicals, which have been prohibited in a few countries. These chemicals have been linked to several ailments including hypertension. The key function of phthalate chemicals is to soften plastic, such as shower curtains and credit cards. The Pediatrics Journal, published an article that indicated that almost three thousand children between six…
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Monsanto Out of GMO Line in Europe
Monsanto will no longer be used in Europe as one of the lines for growing genetically modified crops. Rather, this seed company, which is the largest globally, will work towards the increase in sale of its non-genetically modified seeds. According to Jose Madero, the president of Monsanto and Europe’s managing director, the company will shift…
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Sweeteners You Should Know
Some sweeteners are commonly referred to as natural sugars. Sugar is deemed to be natural if it is produced from natural sources such as barks, stems and leaves. The Food & Drug Administration defines sugar as containing sucrose, fructose, and glucose. Common types of sugars that usually fall under this category include sugar from sugar…
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Nestle Emerges Top of the Dairy 100 List
Nestle USA is the largest dairy producer in North America. It surpasses Dean Foods Company, which has taken the first spot for 20 years. This is according to a report published by the Dairy Foods magazine. The revenues for Nestle USA increased by 7 percent from the year 2011 to 2012. The revenues for Dean…
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Washburn Crosby Co. – Gold Medal Flour
Gold Medal Flour is a well known ingredient in the kitchens of amateur and professional bakers nationally. In 1856, Cadwaller C. Washburn acquired the Minneapolis Mill Company. He was criticized for opening a mill so large when demands were not thought to match the supply. The quick success of this mill allowed him to open…
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H.J. Heinz Company
Henry John Heinz started out as a foodstuff packager in Pennsylvania, 1869. He formed the Heinz Noble Company with a partner and friend, and together they started marketing horseradish. In 1875, following the bankruptcy of this company, Heinz started the F & J Heinz company with his brother and cousin. Their first product made was…
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Bon Ami
Bon Ami cleaning products have been part of America’s households for more than a century. Known for having one of the most eco-friendly packaging on shelves, and biodegradable, hypoallergenic and non-toxic formulas, Bon Ami remains a favorite today. The original formula was created by the J.T. Robertson Soap Company in 1886. The soap was created…
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AmeriMark Direct
This company directly markets women’s shoes, apparel, fragrances, name-brand cosmetics, watches, jewelry, health-related merchandise and accessories. The merchandise marketed by AmeriMark is mainly sold via eight distinctive catalogs. The company has been running for more than forty-five years, and in this period, it has been known to provide high quality merchandise at exemplary value. Millions…