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Unilever’s recent decision to spin off its ice cream business and cut 7,500 jobs in the pursuit of cost savings has left many of us feeling a sense of disappointment and frustration. As a consumer who has witnessed the decline in the quality of beloved brands like Breyer’s and Ben & Jerry’s, this news hits close to home. The removal of essential ingredients like tara gum has had a noticeable impact on the texture and taste of these once iconic ice cream flavors. It’s disheartening to see profit take precedence over product quality, leading to a decline in the overall consumer experience.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker