The numbers are in: kosher continues on its impressive road of success. We cover the latest data and look at some of the numbers that are driving the industry. We've learned more about the decision by Duncan Hines to revert back to pareve production, but we also learned that pareve cake mixes are a growing category. Sarah Cohen finds out why anyone would call their product Going Nuts, especially if you're the best new product at Kosherfest. Speaking of Kosherfest, yet another deputy Israeli prime minister will be visiting. The dairy industry should take advantage of numerous opportunities that are due to lifestyle. Israel's tourist trade is demanding more government funds to promote tourism to Israel. Here and There looks at some interesting tidbits, including Super Sol in Israel being indicted for overcharging and a new Trader's Joe in Pittsburgh carrying kosher. Our New Product Showcase looks at a new Hershey's item again. Our concession to Noshers. If you're a member of the food trade and haven't registered yet, today is the day.

 

Menachem Lubinsky
Editor-in-Chief