FE VOLUME 61

 


 
News From Specialty Food Resource,  LLC

F O O D  E N T R E P R E N E U R tm
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 Volume 61 - September 2010
 
 
   
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IN THIS MONTH'S ISSUE:
THE go-to book for any start-up food company. 
Learn all about specialty food marketing here.
Financing your venture.
The ins and outs of production, labeling and packaging.
Getting distribution.
This month's Mini Case Study.
What are the strengths of specialty food producers?
How to get in front of more than 2,500 specialty food entrepreneurs.
Most widely read articles in our August issue.
Part 2 of the Odyssey in France by Tully Hall

  

WHAT YOU READ in the August issue of FE
In order of total readership:

  1. Gayle Gardner's How to Choose a Co-Packer Part 2 was again the most read article.
  2. The piece on Financing with Accion USA was of interest to 9% of our readers.
  3. Our sponsor's article on the Strengths of Specialty Food Manufacturers by komida Business Solutions (see below). 
  4. 2010 sofi Gold winner mini-case study, G. S. Gelato & Desserts.
  5. Many readers enjoyed the home-based kitchen production articles from Chef Denay and Cindy Hall and the Odyssey in France travelogue from our son, Tully. Part 2 is the last in this series and is featured in this issue (see below).

FUNDING/FINANCING YOUR ENTERPRISE - 
Here's Another "Revenue" Capital Option. 
Read the interview.

PRODUCTION, LABELING & POSITIONING - 
A good image is worth a thousand words, right? There is something of substance to clichés that are timeless.  “Pictures say a thousand words” still stands true when it comes to marketing a product. Do your visuals (labels and packages) measure up?  --PACKAGING

DISTRIBUTION - 
So, you want to sell to COSTCO? Here's how.


EXPORTS - 
Free Money ($$) for Export Food Marketing - Southern US food companies qualify. Learn more. 

 
     
 

MINI CASE STUDY 

This month FE showcases the Bella Pepper Company and its owner, Joseph Muscarella. 
Learn what he is doing to fulfill his "vision:"

"Bella Pepper is a multi-million dollar a year company that moves one million plus units of products a year. We are known for quality, innovative packaging and premium ingredients. We are also a company that has an incredibly diverse product line. Our focus is always on the consumer and our customers."


 
     
     
 
As a specialty food producer, you have marketing advantages. What are they? 
komida President Sergio Mendoza discusses"The 3 Natural Strengths of Specialty Food Manufacturers."
 
     
   

[Available issues for 2010:  November and December)
Reach more than 2,600 food entrepreneurs each month who are eager to learn about how you can help them succeed with your services/products.

 
 

 
     
 
Please contact me to learn about our first class, one-on-one, specialty food marketing consulting.
Sure to give you the edge.
Partial Client Listing:
- Veggie Brothers - Frozen Vegetarian Entrees
- Rich & Wholesome Foods - Vegan alternative to yogurt, no Allergens, organic "Nogurt"
 - St. Louis Kettle Korn Company - Flavored kettle
corn and other snack foods
 
 
Steve -              Pat - 
STEPHEN HALL, Publisher                                  PATRICIA HALL, Senior Editor
 

  Food Entrepreneur Magazine Co-Founders: Karen A. Cantor, MBA, and Stephen F. Hall

 

 
     
     
 

And now for something completely different! - A ten day summer Odyssey in France. Our son, Tully, offers this "Foodlogue" for your reading pleasure. Part Two of a Two Part article. Enjoy the read.

Tully, the artist.

 Contact Tully - TullyHall at gmail.com

 
     
 
     
 
 
 
 Oprah's Magazine calls it "A go-to book for any start-up food company."

Learn and Grow From Our Discussion Forum and Blog.
More than 632 members worldwide (50 new members since August 1st!)

Our very active Forum members have asked about, and shared, information regarding:
- Co-packers, 
- Kitchen Incubators, 
- Cottage Food Trade Laws, 
- Manufacturing Expenses, and 
- Refining a Full Product Line. 
So much information shared so freely! Come join us and become part of the ongoing, lively  dialogue!


  • Reducing Your Regulatory Risk
  • 5 Must-Haves for FDA Food Labels: Instructional series Part 2 of 5
  • Reader Q & A: Labeling for "gluten free"
  • Helpful hints to keep you current

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