Xavier Unkovic takes on role as chief executive officer
August 18, 2020
Amy’s Kitchen announced that its president, Xavier Unkovic has been appointed to the position of company chief executive officer. Unkovic has been leading Amy’s day-to-day for the past three years under the leadership of company founder Andy Berliner.
New product line marks the vegetable brand’s entry into the frozen bread category
August 18, 2020
Green Giant® announced the introduction of Green Giant™ Cauliflower Breadsticks to its popular Green Giant Veggie Swap-Ins® line. Green Giant Cauliflower Breadsticks are available in Original and Garlic flavors in the frozen foods aisle.
Brian McGuire to take on role as chief executive officer
August 18, 2020
Rudi's Organic Bakery and Rudi's Gluten-Free Bakery named Brian McGuire as its new president and chief executive officer. McGuire's goal is to reassert Rudi's as a leader in organic and gluten-free baking.
Additional projects are planned for the Salina site over the next several years
August 17, 2020
Schwan’s Company, a leading food producer in the United States, announced plans to build a new 400,000-square-foot expansion at its pizza-manufacturing facility in Salina, Kan. The announcement of the project comes as the company celebrates the 50th year of operating a pizza production facility in Salina.
While other traditional dayparts have seen disruption due to US consumers spending more time at home during the public health crisis, dinner has held steady. NPD Group research suggests that what has changed about dinner involves consumers’ attitudes as they realign daily routines.
LonoLife Noodle Soups are made with 20g of protein, use high quality egg noodles and contain savory, flavorful bone broth
August 17, 2020
LonoLife, a brand of portable, powdered bone broth and collagen products, announced its newest innovation, which aims to meet consumers’ need for elevated nutrition, convenience and flavor. LonoLife Noodle Soups are made with 20g of protein, use high quality egg noodles and contain savory, flavorful bone broth.
The state-of-the-art facility is designed to dramatically increase plant-based production
August 14, 2020
Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch® plant-based seafood products, announced the official opening of a new, dedicated production facility in Heath, Ohio. The 42,500 sq ft. facility was constructed specifically for high-tech production of Good Catch's innovative plant-based product offerings.
New varieties include Organic Creamy Moroccan Sweet Potato Soup, and Organic Creamy Golden Cauliflower Soup with Turmeric
August 14, 2020
Pacific Foods introduced two new Plant-Based Creamy Soup varieties, made with ingredients such as turmeric, cauliflower, sweet potatoes and North African spices.
Speaking at New Products Conference: Andy Dratt, Imbibe & NEW SPEAKER ADDED... Wesley Boas, WW (formerly Weight Watchers)
August 14, 2020
NEW SPEAKER ADDED... Finding the sweet spot for taste, texture and nutritional profile is a challenge for beverages because consumer sentiments about desired product attributes often change.
Demand for almond flour is credited to consumer interest in paleo, keto, and gluten-free diets
August 14, 2020
Nature’s Eats, a privately held, family-owned brand of Texas Star Nut & Food Company, announced launch plans for a new almond flour that performs, bakes and rises similar to traditional all purpose flour. The advanced baking formulation will be a first of its kind on the market as demand for almond flour skyrockets and consumers seek healthier cooking options.