The panel selected these six US participants out of the search that focused on companies that share the Mars Food purpose – Better Food Today. A Better World Tomorrow.

Frankfort-based dried fruit manufacturer Graceland Fruit announces the following management team additions and promotions...  

DSM’s globally-recognized expertise in solutions for food and beverage are complemented by Avril’s 35-year legacy in agriculture and ability to consistently deliver high-quality agricultural supply for the partnership, as well as its ambitious strategy of innovation in plant-based proteins.

​​​​​​​ISC Gums is a leading manufacturer of gum acacia, supplier of hydrocolloids and developer of name brand Fusion Gums stabilizing and texturizing systems. 

DuPont has a defined strategy of active portfolio management to further align the company’s portfolio with high return opportunities, consistent with its disciplined approach to capital allocation.

“This acquisition enhances Ardent Mills’ ability to source grains from organic and conventional family farms in the region,” said Dan Dye, CEO of Ardent Mills. “It gives us the opportunity to become the trusted partner for these growers, which is a key component of Ardent Mills’ vision.”  

Mars Edge, a new business within Mars founded in 2017, is dedicated to human health and wellness through targeted nutrition.

Curion is a leading provider of consumer research and product sensory testing for both legacy and challenger brands in the food and beverage, personal care, fragrance, and home care categories.

Across an exhibition area of more than 80,000m2, experts from all sectors – including product developers and decision-makers from the food and beverage industry, as well as representatives of major brand companies – will do business face-to-face with top buyers and specialists from across the F&B supply chain.

To continue to better serve the market for legal cannabis edibles and beverages, Cannabis Products is expanding its market presence.