Articles by Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

The San Diego-based business elevates the world of snacks through an assortment of spicy fruit and vegetable offerings, all infused with 100% Mexican spices and no artificial flavors or colors. CHUZA will receive a $100,000 grant and other resources to scale their operations and grow their business.

Aurochemicals, an internationally recognized manufacturer of natural aroma ingredients in the flavor and fragrance industry, enhanced customer service and efficiency by posting an additional 15,000 informational regulatory documents about its products at www.Aurochemicals.com.

The J. M. Smucker Co. announced the formation of a new strategic business area—sweet baked snacks—and the subsequent officer election of Dan O'Leary to senior vice president and general manager, sweet baked snacks and pet, effective immediately. 

Reality television personality Jenelle Evans (MTV’s Teen Mom 2, 2009-2019) introduced Time Of The Day, a new line of Fair Trade-sourced functional mushroom coffees. Publicly dealing with fibromyalgia, body aches, migraines, and recently diagnosed with thymic hyperplasia, Evans said she knew she had to make health and lifestyle changes to improve her well-being.

McCain Foods USA was awarded $6.9 million in funding through the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which will be used as part of an "Improving Soil Health in Potato Supply Chains" project.

Nevada-based Stellar Snacks announced last week its plans to expand production with a $137 million investment over 10 years and a 434,000sq-ft pretzel bakery facility in Louisville. 

Nelson's career, marked by her recent role as chief operating officer at AppHarvest, further solidifies Tractor Beverage Company's commitment to making organically-crafted, sustainably sourced beverages accessible to everyone, regardless of their dining preferences.

Ronzoni is relaunching with a refreshed brand identity and integrated marketing campaign, paying homage to its 108-year heritage while adapting to today’s dynamic shopper needs. 

Columbus Vegetable Oils, a supplier of high-quality oils, shortenings, sauces and dressings, announced the hire of Jenn Farrell as director of research & development and quality.