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The Lifeway Foods story begins in 1986 with kefir, a milk-based cultured drink that is popular in Eastern Europe and is said to be more nutritional than yogurt. That year, Russian immigrant Michael Smolyansky began manufacturing kefir in his basement to bring the taste of his native country to the U.S. After Michael Smolyansky passed away in 2002, his daughter Julie Smolyansky assumed the role of President, while his son Edward Smolyansky assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Today, Lifeway is the country`s leading manufacturer of kefir, with multiple flavors and varieties that include lowfat, whole milk and organic versions as well as a children`s line, and a provider of other probiotic natural and organic dairy products for health-conscious consumers.
CNP is committed to offering the highest quality products and service on time and at a competitive cost. We have a proven track record as innovators in the nutritional, natural and organic food industries. Let us share our 35+ years of experience and knowledge to create the best tasting, nourishing and convenient food and beverage products for your customers. CNP has always been at the leading edge of developmental trends in foods and food ingredients. CNP invented and patented the natural processes for rice syrup, rice syrup solids, and rice milk in the 80`s. CNP pioneered the packaging of natural and organic aseptic beverages in the 90`s. CNP has been a proponent of and leader in the nutritional, natural and organic food movements since their founding. CNP owns and operates a state-of-the-art aseptic processing and packaging facility in Lathrop, CA. However, our business does not stop within the walls of our facility. We always strives to deliver the highest customer satisfaction ratings in our industry. Some of the ways we are doing this is by bringing innovative solutions to the marketplace. Since our inception more than 30 years ago, CNP has developed many new products that have been introduced to the marketplace. We continually reinvest in our facility, our people and our systems to give our customers the competitive edge they need to be leaders and increase business profitability. We are a client-focused organization and informed business partner with our clients.
According to the World Health Organization, in 2016, worldwide 1.9 billion adults were overweight and 650 million adults were obese. The WHO also points out that the number of people with diabetes rose from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. According to the American Diabetes Association, about 193,000 Americans under age 20 are estimated to have diagnosed diabetes, while about one in three American kids and teens is overweight or obese (American Heart Association). With these sobering facts in mind, just like you, consumers in the US, Europe and many other countries around the world are looking for a better alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners. The number of overweight and obese people is increasing rapidly and diabetes is becoming a widespread disease. The growing concern regarding health risks associated with sugar and artificial sweeteners is now forcing consumers to reconsider their choices when it comes to sweetened foods and beverages. SweeGen, a California based company, specializes in nature-based sweeteners. Our Bestevia® stevia leaf sweeteners are non-caloric with delicious sweet taste and without the characteristic aftertaste of the stevia extracts of the past. Bestevia® makes it possible to reduce sugar at much higher concentrations than before without sacrificing taste which is what the health-conscious consumer wants, less sugar, less calories and great taste. After many years of research and development our innovative team has come up with a nature-derived production process that combines nature with modern fermentation, supports farmers and at the same time is sustainable. Our products have been confirmed safe for use in food products by the FDA (Generally Recognized as Safe) and certified as Non-GMO and can be used in different food and beverage products. This enables you to reduce the amount of sugar you ingest in your favorite foods and beverages.
About Produce Safety and Security International, Inc. (PDSC) PDSC has developed and patented products for extending the shelf life of perishables. The EPA-registered products sanitize and disinfect against food-borne illness pathogens and disease-causing bacteria. PDSC provides a range of options for retail stores, restaurants, cruise ship lines, disaster cleanups and municipal programs. Furthermore, the process incorporates a complete audit trail, an essential component for complying with government regulations in the USA, Canada and Mexico. PDSC's state-of-the-art ozone process has been shown to extend the shelf life and remove food borne illness bacteria. This process will provide retail produce departments reduced shrinkage, increase the bottom line and provide a fresher product for the consumer. The customer will be assured of a safe food product, by use of this process, which may be used on organic produce to remove the pathogens. This process uses no chemicals thus meeting the requirements of organic certification.
EFCO Products, Inc. is a global leader in creating and distributing innovative savory sauces, bakery fillings, bakery mixes, bakery concentrates, beverage bases and syrups, sauces and spreads, fruit toppings and specialty toppings that have made us the “go to” company for Corporate Chefs, Bakery Professionals, Marketing Leaders and Supply Chain Buyers. Founded in 1903, EFCO Products prides itself in providing premium off-the-shelf and custom prepared products with the finest ingredients. We are a family-owned company that treats each of our employees and customers like family. EFCO`s sweet and savory products are enjoyed by millions daily. As we continue to expand our product line, we will always remain true to our core values of quality, an unrelenting standard for excellence and exceeding customers` expectations.