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Expanding Horizons: PRL’s Move into the Consumer Market
Premier Research Labs has long been recognized for its exceptional contributions to the health and wellness industry. Recently, PRL has made a significant leap by expanding its offerings directly to consumers, a move that underscores their commitment to broadening access to their top-notch supplements. In our conversation with D’Voya, he provides a comprehensive look at […]
Adapting to Market Demands: Twin Rivers Technologies’ Strategic Shift to Kosher Glycerin
In our latest interview, we had the privilege of speaking with key representatives from Twin Rivers Technologies, a leading manufacturer of OU kosher-certified glycerin and fatty acids. Chris Schneider, Vice President of Business Development, along with his colleagues Nick Roberts and Garth Leonard, provided an in-depth look into the company’s strategic transition towards a fully […]
Overview of New OU Kosher Certified Product Launches in 2024
Overview of New OU Kosher Certified Product Launches in 2024 The first half of 2024 has seen a variety of new products from companies that proudly carry the OU Kosher certification. These new offerings cater to the dietary needs of the kosher community and bring unique flavors and health-conscious options to the market. Here’s a […]
Walmart’s Bettergoods: Highlighting OU Kosher Certification
Walmart’s new store brand, Bettergoods, is its most extensive private-label food launch in decades. Featuring a diverse range of products, including seasonings, plant-based cheeses, and Italian bronze-cut pasta, Bettergoods currently includes about 80 OU kosher-certified products, with plans for this number to grow. The prevalence of OU kosher-certified products among the store brands of major […]
Dijas Foods and Sweet Success with Less Sugar
We spoke with Daniel Zelikovich, the founder of Dijas Natural Foods, and Dan Klein, the Sales Director. Established with a vision to produce high-quality, kosher-certified baked goods, Dijas has expanded its product range and market reach. In this interview, we talked about how Dijas continues to uphold its founding values in a competitive industry, highlighting […]
What is a Mashgiach?
A Mashgiach supervises kosher food production to ensure compliance with halacha (biblical laws), serving as a crucial link between dietary commandments and modern food production techniques. Kosher supervision involves checking multiple aspects of food production. This includes reviewing the ingredients used, watching over how food is cooked, and making sure that the equipment used is […]
Idaho’s Russet Burbank Powerhouse: Inside GPOD’s Russet Burbank Empire
GPOD Potatoes, established in 1968, represents the heart of potato farming in Shelley, Idaho. With a focus on the renowned Russet Burbank variety, GPOD has built a reputation for delivering quality produce to retailers, food service wholesalers and terminal markets across the United States. We spoke to Calvin Butler who as part of the dedicated […]
Hiland Global Consulting: Pioneers of Full-Circle Certification Management
Hiland Global Consulting is recognized in the food industry for its comprehensive expertise in certification processes and production protocols. The firm’s team have developed an global partnership network with certification agencies that helps to streamline regulatory and quality assurance processes for their clientele. Hiland specializes in a wide array of certifications including Kosher and is […]
From Resilience to Success: La Jolla Tortilleria’s Story
We spoke to the CEO of La Jolla Tortilleria, Daniel Torres about his family’s and company’s inspiring story. Imagine fleeing civil war in El Salvador, arriving in the United States with nothing but hope and determination. At just 11 years old, when his father and uncle brought him the company’s new location and declared, “This […]
Engineering Water Treatment Solutions for Kosher Compliance and Beyond
In a dialogue with OU Kosher, Byron and Larry Nickels recount the founding of WATERTECH by their father, Al Nickels, in 1975. With its roots in addressing the unmet needs for local water treatment in the Intermountain West, WATERTECH has grown to specialize in scale and corrosion control for industries, including those with kosher certification […]