For over 100 years, Parker Vanilla Products has been manufacturing the highest quality vanillas. Additionally, we carry a complete line of proven bakery, beverage, candy and ice cream flavors; supporting each with knowledgeable, prompt service and substantial value.

Our former longtime president, Robert E. Kerney, passed away today.  Following his service as a Corporal in World War II at the Battle of the Bulge, Kerney was hired by Llewellyn L. Parker in 1945.  His energy, enthusiam, and larger-than-life personality made him a natural salesman and successful executive.  Beginning in 1960, Kerney served as president until his retirement in 1991, at which time he continued consulting for the company.  Bob's dedication and passion for PVP will always be remembered by those of us so fortunate to work with him and share his friendship.   

PVP has again received the gold standard "superior" rating for Flavor manufacturing from AIB International, a highly respected food industry group.  The non-profit organization conducts thorough inspections to ensure proper practices and proceedures are in place to promote food safety.  Our customers will contiinue rely on us for superior quality flavors and support.  

After a period of low price stability, a variety of factors at home and abroad are once again coalescing to drive vanilla bean prices upward.  Daily reports of global fuel and food inflation, growing demand in Asia and a weak US dollar are theatening recession here at home.  In Madagascar, many farmers stopped maintaining their vanilla crop during a glut that hurt their earnings the past two years.  As a consequence, a virus threatens to cripple over a third of Malagasy vanilla vines.  

The bottom line: expect vanilla bean prices to increase by next year.  If you have not already done so, this may an opportune time to consider our Natural Bourbon Vaniila alternative to Pure Vanilla Extract .  Please see our dedicated webpage and call us for details.