Industry News

U.S. Avian Influenza Numbers Continue to Grow

So far, the highly pathogenic virus has appeared in flocks in 12 states, stoking fears of an outbreak comparable to that of 2015, which prompted the depopulation of 43 million chickens, along with 7.4 million turkeys.

March 8, 2022

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Industry News

Hostess Brands Adding New Bakery in Arkansas

The company is investing $120 million to $140 million to convert a 330,000-sq-ft idled factory Arkadelphia, Ark., to a state-of-the-art facility to meet increased consumer demand.

March 7, 2022

Industry News

Eriez Names Eric Nelson as VP-International Operations and Business Development

Eriez

In his new role, Nelson will collaborate in developing global business strategies and assist regional Eriez sales directors in uncovering and cultivating business advancement opportunities.

March 3, 2022

Industry News

PMMI Announces the 2022 Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame Commission

Leading consumer products goods companies, retailers, suppliers and other organizations will select the Class of 2022.

March 3, 2022

Industry News

Food and Beverage Companies Suspend Production in Ukraine

Due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, several international manufacturers have closed their facilities’ doors, citing a concern for their workers’ safety.

March 2, 2022

Industry News

Diageo North America Opens New Canning Facility in Illinois

The approximately $110 million site will accelerate the company’s growth in the ready-to-drink category and strengthen its manufacturing footprint in Illinois.

March 1, 2022

Podcasts

unPACKed with PMMI Podcast: A Raw Talk with Steve’s Real Foods

HPP + FSMA = Longer shelf life and more international markets for raw pet food.

February 28, 2022

Industry News

Riviana Foods Set to Buy Assets of InHarvest

The acquisition will expand Riviana’s operations and geographic footprint into California, and improve the Ebro Group’s supply chain, plant network, and packaging and production capacity in the U.S.

February 28, 2022

Industry News

USDA Committing $215 Million to Enhance American Food Supply Chain

The department is making the money available for projects and support that will promote competition, increase resiliency, and create economic opportunities in rural America.

February 25, 2022

Industry News

Arla Foods Investing in New Saudi Arabia Production Lines

The European farmers’ co-operative is spending more than $17 million to expand and diversify the product range it provides to the Middle East region.

February 24, 2022

Industry News

Lori Gobris Joins Michelman as Global Marketing Manager for Circular Economy

Michelman Inc.

She will be responsible for Michelman's global market strategy and programs that enable sustainable packaging solutions for the Circular Economy within its Printing & Packaging business segment.

February 22, 2022

Industry News

Lori Gobris Joins Michelman as Global Marketing Manager for Circular Economy

Michelman Inc.

She will be responsible for Michelman's global market strategy and programs that enable sustainable packaging solutions for the Circular Economy within its Printing & Packaging business segment.

February 22, 2022

Industry News

IFMA Publishes 2022 Foodservice Industry Forecast

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association industry and segment growth forecast projects 4.6% real growth compared to 2021, but mixed results compared to 2019.

February 22, 2022