Byron’s BBQ used popular food bloggers to encourage barbecue consumption during key selling seasons
November 23, 2015
To the delight of barbecue lovers everywhere, Byron’s BBQ joined forces with four influential food bloggers to inspire home cooks of all levels with delicious recipes and meal ideas.
Mr. Gress will continue to serve as Chairman during a transition period, expected to last approximately three months. After the transition period, the Company said Mr. Gress will step down as Chairman and director, and it expects Dr. Mink will be appointed to the Board of Directors.
Blaine McPeak will be promoted chief operating officer and will assume responsibility for all global operations
November 19, 2015
To further strengthen WhiteWave's management structure, Kevin Yost, President of Americas Fresh Foods, will be promoted to U.S. Group President of Americas Foods & Beverages, overseeing WhiteWave's U.S. businesses including Silk, So Delicious, Horizon, Wallaby Organic, Earthbound Farm and International Delight.
Conagra Brands to be a diverse portfolio of brands; Lamb Weston to be a foodservice supplier of frozen potatoes
November 18, 2015
Immediately following the transaction, which is expected to be completed in the fall of 2016, ConAgra Foods shareholders will own shares of both independent companies. The transaction is expected to be structured as a spin-off of the Lamb Weston business, tax-free to the Company and its shareholders.
Without a doubt, Mintel’s new product trends presentation (complete with global new product sample tasting) always is a highlight at Prepared Foods’ annual New Products Conference. On the heels of this year’s event, our Mintel friends already are looking at 2016’s top trends.
Evans joins AB Mauri after spending more than 31 years in academic and research positions
November 13, 2015
In his new role, Evans will lead the St. Louis-based yeast innovation team in the origination, design and development of AB Mauri’s yeast innovation projects.
New president Jared Konstanty oversees transition to Connecticut
November 12, 2015
The brand bid farewell to Englewood, NJ and moved manufacturing and supply efforts in its homegrown state of Indiana (with co-manufacturing agreements across the country).
PLMA announces retailer and wholesaler winners for its 2015 Salute to Excellence Awards
November 11, 2015
Outstanding store brands products can now be found everywhere across the country and just about anywhere across the retailing spectrum – a reality that is clearly underscored by the winners of PLMA’s Salute to Excellence award for 2015.
Ford will retain her previous responsibilities for Supply Chain and Operations, Information Technology and Research and Development
November 10, 2015
In addition, she will retain her previous responsibilities for Supply Chain and Operations, Information Technology and Research and Development across the entire Land O'Lakes, Inc. enterprise.