The aim of Innovature is to be a resource for those interested in learning more about and engaging in a conversation around the benefits of innovation in food and agriculture.

Eckert has over 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, most recently serving as the vice president of marketing at Community Coffee Company. Prior to that, he served in various leadership roles at ACH Food Companies and ConAgra Brands.

Amano Enzyme will begin the New Year with the opening of an office in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region, the Kingdom of Thailand, effective February 1, 2019, according to Ken Iritani, vice president, technical services, Amano Enzyme USA.

The deal, which requires regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2019. When the transaction is complete, FCC’s approximately 75 employees will transfer to ADM.

Rastoka brings to Acme a deep knowledge of the chemical and lubricant additive markets.

The maker of Oreo cookies, belVita biscuits, and Triscuit crackers, has signed a long-term lease on a newly-constructed five-story office building at 905 West Fulton, in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant food district.

Canyon Bakehouse will operate as an independent subsidiary of Flowers Foods.

Vivek Sankaran, who currently serves as president and chief operating officer of Frito-Lay North America, will now become its CEO, and Kirk Tanner, who currently serves as president and chief operating officer of North America Beverages, will become its CEO. 

Throughout his career, Clouse has consistently demonstrated an ability to enhance growth and create shareholder value through investments in a company’s existing brands and through acquisitions.

Suggested retail prices for Gimmies products include Crunch ($1.25 per 4-ounce serving), Tubes ($4.29 for a 10-pack, each 1.5-ounce serving), Milkshakes ($4.49 for a 6-pack, each 4-ounce serving) and Pouches ($4.49 for a 4-pack, each 3.5-ounce serving).