Articles Tagged with ''food industry news''

Just Desserts Expands Sales Team

Julie Scully, Sales Manager, has had extensive experience in premium consumer packaged goods and the in-store bakery area

November 27, 2015

A&B Ingredients Responds to Recent Recall

Company calls for greater steps to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses

November 26, 2015

DDW Expands Coloring Food Solutions

Acquisition of the KleurCraft™ portfolio strengthens DDW’s solutions across multiple hues for customers

November 25, 2015

The accord enables DDW -- a global manufacturer of natural colors, caramel colors and burnt sugars -- to expand in the thriving ingredient segment of coloring foods.

Pinnacle Foods Buys Boulder Brands For $710 Million

The buyout comes as food producers try to meet changing consumer tastes, which trend toward healthier offerings

November 25, 2015

Pinnacle Foods is buying Boulder Brands for about $710 million in a move that adds a line of health and wellness food brands to Pinnacle's offerings that include Birds Eye frozen foods, Duncan Hines frosting and cake mixes.

Innophos Appoints Kim Ann Mink as Chief Executive Officer

CEO Randy Gress to retire

November 20, 2015

Mr. Gress will continue to serve as Chairman during a transition period, expected to last approximately three months. After the transition period, the Company said Mr. Gress will step down as Chairman and director, and it expects Dr. Mink will be appointed to the Board of Directors.

WhiteWave Foods Announces Leadership Appointments

Blaine McPeak will be promoted chief operating officer and will assume responsibility for all global operations

November 19, 2015

To further strengthen WhiteWave's management structure, Kevin Yost, President of Americas Fresh Foods, will be promoted to U.S. Group President of Americas Foods & Beverages, overseeing WhiteWave's U.S. businesses including Silk, So Delicious, Horizon, Wallaby Organic, Earthbound Farm and International Delight.

ConAgra to Separate into Two Independent Companies

Conagra Brands to be a diverse portfolio of brands; Lamb Weston to be a foodservice supplier of frozen potatoes

November 18, 2015

Immediately following the transaction, which is expected to be completed in the fall of 2016, ConAgra Foods shareholders will own shares of both independent companies. The transaction is expected to be structured as a spin-off of the Lamb Weston business, tax-free to the Company and its shareholders.

Banza Takes Grand Prize, Promises to Change Pasta Perception

Disruptive food company with mission to innovate pasta aisle lands funding from tech investors, celebrity foodies

November 17, 2015

At stake was more than $1 million in cash prizes plus awards of services, staffing and software.

United Sugars Corporation announces new Chicago area facility

World-class bulk storage and transfer facility improves service, reliability

November 16, 2015

Built and financed by American Crystal Sugar Company, the $40 million facility will be operated by USC, who will manage the sales and distribution to customers in the area.

Kroger, Roundy’s announce merger agreement

Kroger plans to finance the transaction with debt and refinance Roundy's existing debt of $646 million based on market conditions

November 16, 2015

The Kroger Co., Cincinnati, and Roundy’s Inc., Milwaukee, announced a definitive merger agreement on Nov. 11 under which Kroger will purchase all outstanding shares of Roundy’s for $3.60 per share in cash. The terms of the agreement were unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies.

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Articles Tagged with ''food industry news''

Just Desserts Expands Sales Team

A&B Ingredients Responds to Recent Recall

DDW Expands Coloring Food Solutions

Pinnacle Foods Buys Boulder Brands For $710 Million

Innophos Appoints Kim Ann Mink as Chief Executive Officer

WhiteWave Foods Announces Leadership Appointments

ConAgra to Separate into Two Independent Companies

Banza Takes Grand Prize, Promises to Change Pasta Perception

United Sugars Corporation announces new Chicago area facility

Kroger, Roundy’s announce merger agreement

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