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KIND To Reduce Added Sugar Across Fruit & Nut Line

Move comes as part of ongoing commitment to nutrition and taste
November 11, 2015
KIND announced that it is reducing added sugar across its original Fruit & Nut bar portfolio. This effort, which started in late 2014, is part of KIND's brand promise to offer wholesome and tasty snack choices.
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Best in Private Label

PLMA announces retailer and wholesaler winners for its 2015 Salute to Excellence Awards
November 11, 2015
Outstanding store brands products can now be found everywhere across the country and just about anywhere across the retailing spectrum – a reality that is clearly underscored by the winners of PLMA’s Salute to Excellence award for 2015.
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Land O'Lakes Promotes Beth Ford

Ford will retain her previous responsibilities for Supply Chain and Operations, Information Technology and Research and Development
November 10, 2015
In addition, she will retain her previous responsibilities for Supply Chain and Operations, Information Technology and Research and Development across the entire Land O'Lakes, Inc. enterprise.
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Boar's Head Hummus Earns Non-GMO Project Verification

The Non-GMO Project is North America's independent verification for products made according to best practices for GMO avoidance
November 10, 2015
The Non-GMO Project Verification Seal will be displayed on Boar's Head Hummus packaging and serves to reinforce the steadfast commitment to higher standards that Boar's Head has upheld for 110 years.
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popchips Names David Ritterbush CEO

Veteran CPG executive brings track record of driving growth opportunities
November 9, 2015
popchips previous CEO, Paul Davis, will expand his role on the board of directors, joining Founder Keith Belling as Co-Chairman.
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Bevolution Group Acquires Tropics Mixology

The Tropics® product portfolio includes frozen and shelf-stable cocktail and smoothie mixes
November 9, 2015
Bevolution Group announced its acquisition of Tropics® Mixology, which has become a well-known player in the premium cocktail mix and smoothie category.
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Cargill to Modernize North American Cocoa, Chocolate Business

In early 2016, Cargill will take steps to improve and expand its chocolate, compound and chocolate liquor production
November 5, 2015
In early 2016, Cargill will continue to take steps to improve and expand its chocolate, compound and chocolate liquor production offerings and services for North American food and beverage companies.
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Frozen Food Market Expected to Reach $306 Billion by 2020

North America and Europe together account for nearly 72% of the total market revenue
November 4, 2015
According to a new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "World Frozen Food Market"- Opportunities and Forecasts, 2014-2020," the global frozen food market would garner revenue of $306 billion by 2020, registering a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period of 2015-2020.
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ConAgra Foods to Sell Private Label Operations to TreeHouse Foods

Under the terms of the agreement, ConAgra Foods will divest the vast majority of its private label operations, which are classified as discontinued operations
November 3, 2015
ConAgra Foods, Inc. announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its private label operations to TreeHouse Foods for approximately $2.7 billion in cash, excluding transaction-related expenses.
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Bunge, Solazyme Expand Joint Venture

Global teams to jointly commercialize algae oils and ingredients for sustainable, healthier foods
November 3, 2015
Manufacturing will take place in the JV’s world-class fully operational facility in São Paulo state, Brazil, site of the largest aerobic fermentation vessels in the world.
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