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Hormel Foods and Forward Consumer Partners are forming a strategic partnership to reestablish Justin’s as an independent company, with Forward holding a majority stake.

MGP Ingredients appointed industry veteran Matias Bentel as chief marketing officer and operations expert Chris Wiseman as senior vice president, operations. The new leaders will support CEO Julie Francis in advancing the company’s growth and operational goals.

Rabobank’s Fall Harvest Outlook highlights challenges facing North American growers amid high input costs, shifting trade relationships and policy uncertainty. Analysts urge producers to focus on fundamentals and sustainable practices to stay competitive.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances promoted longtime marketing leader Kelli Heinz to CMO. Heinz will guide brand strategy, oversee digital innovation and strengthen global collaboration across Bell’s marketing teams.

Molson Coors Beverage Company announced a restructuring that will eliminate roughly 9% of its Americas salaried workforce by year’s end. The move aims to streamline operations and accelerate the company’s shift toward becoming a total beverage company.

Boundless Futures Foundation has awarded $90,000 in EmpowHer grants to four female-led startups advancing sustainability, health, and community impact. The latest recipients reflect the foundation’s growing mission to empower purpose-driven women entrepreneurs nationwide.

The next wave of food innovation is here. Dive into the ideas, ingredients and strategies that will define what’s next for R&D, brands and product developers. Join the movement and explore Innovation Month.

Welch’s has appointed Andrew Hartshorn to lead its newly combined brand development and innovation teams. The move reflects the company’s focus on agility, faster commercialization and stronger consumer connections.

The US Highbush Blueberry Council awarded $30,000 to two emerging brands at its inaugural Blueberry Boost Accelerator Pitch Competition. Pluff claimed the grand prize for its high-protein mousse dessert, with Bonny earning runner-up honors for its prebiotic fiber powders.

PepsiCo is elevating the people behind its food system with the debut of its Global Farmer Awards. From regenerative farming to next-gen leadership, the program celebrates those shaping a more resilient agricultural future.