Industry News

Hormel Foods Names New VP of Retail Marketing

Jeff Baker will assume the role at the end of the company's fiscal 2025 following the retirement of Scott Aakre.

May 16, 2025

Soups, Condiments, Sauces, Spices, Dips & Dressings

Workforce

TRUFF Names Esi Seng as CEO

TRUFF

Starting March 2025, Seng will guide the company's next growth phase.

February 19, 2025

Heating/Cooking

Heat Exchangers Play Key Role in Spanish Soup Production

This heat exchange product helps companies produce two of Spain’s esteemed soups.

February 10, 2025

Dry Processing

Automated Weigh Batching Increases Output, Saves Labor at Goya Florida

Goya’s Sazón brand reduced workforce fatigue through automated weigh batching, resulting in a 12.5% production increase.

September 9, 2024

Industry News

Kikkoman Breaks Ground on New Sauce and Seasoning Plant in Wisconsin

Design-build firm CRB will construct the 240,000-sq-ft facility, scheduled to open in 2026.

June 21, 2024

Industry News

Hellmann’s Jumps on Growing Squeeze Bottle Market With Line Investment

A nearly $16 million investment in a new line at the mayonnaise maker’s Pouso Alegre plant in Brazil is set to meet increasing demand and enhance operational excellence.

June 7, 2024

Industry News

Campbell to Close Pacific Foods Plant as Part of Supply Chain Optimization Plan

Campbell's $230 million supply chain strategy also includes investment and manufacturing changes at other facilities in the company's network.

May 30, 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

Packaging Equipment & Materials

Ken's Foods Upgrades Sachet Speed & Accuracy with New VF/F/S

Ken’s Foods sees enhanced fill accuracy, increased throughput, and improved sustainability with installation of vf/f/s equipment.

April 17, 2024

Food Safety

FDA Warns Cinnamon Companies: Implement Safety Controls

It’s not just applesauce pouches affected by high lead levels in cinnamon. FDA recommends voluntary recalls to several other cinnamon distributors.

March 8, 2024

Home

Global Ramen Noodle Market Forecast at $94.1 Billion by 2033

Shelf-stable staple predicted to increase sales due to convenience food trends and consumer focus on flavor variety.

February 20, 2024

Industry News

Nissin Foods USA Building $228 Million South Carolina Manufacturing Facility

Located in Greenville County, the new site will be the company’s third U.S. manufacturing facility, increasing Nissin Foods’ production capabilities to meet growing consumer demand.

November 9, 2023

Industry News

Kraft Heinz Appoints New EVP and President of Its North America Zone

Pedro Navio, Kraft Heinz president, Brazil, will be taking on his new role in Jan. 2024 when Carlos Abrams-Rivera vacates the position and assumes the responsibilities of the company’s chief executive officer.

November 3, 2023