Many packaged foods have printed dates like “Best Before,” “Use By,” or “Expiry Date.” These dates are not all the same. Two of the most commonly confused terms ...

A plain-talk shelf-life strategy for US retailers to reduce shrink, protect gross margin, and improve sell-through without relying on deep discounting.

While traditional amylase-based enzymes have helped bakery snacks improve shelf-life and freshness, its efficacy is limited if the dough contains high amounts of sugar. Kerry’s anti-staling enzyme, ...

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