Food Safety

Testing Shows High Levels of Lead in Cassava-Based Veggie Puffs for Kids

Lesser Evil’s snack puffs have the highest lead content out of 80 baby foods Consumer Reports has tested since 2017.

June 11, 2024

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Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Bridor Selects ESI Group to Establish Inaugural U.S. Greenfield Bakery

ESI Group USA

ESI Group and Bridor break ground on 150,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Brigham City, Utah.

June 6, 2024

Home

Global Snack Food Market Projected to Reach $800 Billion by 2030

Convenience food trends and expanding e-commerce options are two factors driving snack growth, according to a recent study.

May 8, 2024

Industry News

FDA Labeling Changes Could Come at a Cost for Food Processors

Front-of-pack labeling, reduced sodium and sugar levels, and enforced ingredient traceability are on the horizon for food manufacturers. Here’s what processors can expect next.

May 1, 2024

Workforce

Integrity Staffing Solutions Launches F&B Workforce Initiative to Combat Labor Challenges

Integrity Staffing Solutions

New program leverages AI, training programs, and strategic planning to address labor shortages and create a more skilled, resilient workforce for the Food & Beverage Industry.

April 30, 2024

Industry News

Mondelēz Opens Applications for Emerging Food Technology Startups

The snack giant’s CoLab Tech, in its second year, is an R&D accelerator program looking for innovations in nutrition, ingredients, packaging, and sustainability.

April 23, 2024

Sustainability

Mondelēz Promotes ‘Mindful Indulgence’ Amid Weight-Loss Drug Popularity

With an update on its Snacking Made Right priorities, Mondelēz shows its progress on healthier snacking, environment and sustainability initiatives, and other goals.

April 19, 2024

Industry News

Nestlé Appoints New CEO Zone Europe

After 36 years at Nestlé, Marco Settembri is retiring from his position as executive vice president and CEO Zone Europe. Guillaume Le Cunff will move from leading Nespresso to take over as CEO Zone Europe.

April 19, 2024

Refrigeration, Chilling & Freezing Equipment

Bridor Partners with ESI Group on Expansion

ESI Group USA

Design-build firm ESI Group USA tapped to expand Bridor's bakery manufacturing facility in New Jersey with a focus on sustainability.

April 10, 2024

Sustainability

Renewable Energy Microgrid Will Power 6 Bimbo Bakeries in California

Developed through a partnership with GreenStruxure, the microgrid will provide almost 20% of Bimbo Bakeries USA’s energy usage.

March 15, 2024

Processing Equipment

MULTIVAC US Names Director of Bakery Sales

MULTIVAC Group

Integrated packaging solutions provider MULTIVAC Group US announces Robert Koch as the new Director of Sales for its Bakery division, Fritsch Dough Processing.

February 22, 2024

Industry News

Mars’ New R&D Hub Will Lead Its Snacking Innovation

The $42 million facility in Chicago is the largest innovation hub among the company’s global snacking R&D sites, and will be instrumental in doubling the Mars Snacking business.

January 29, 2024

Industry News

Mars’ Strategy Aims to Double Snacking Revenue

Though snacks are more popular than ever, the candy giant will have to rethink how it can satisfy demands for healthier options on a global scale.

January 4, 2024