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Emmi's Looks to Mexico

Emmi is to acquire a 50% stake in Mexideli 2000 Holding SA de CV.

January 7, 2014

With this transaction, Emmi is strengthening its presence in Latin America and moving ahead with its program of international growth.

New CEO at NutraSweet

The NutraSweet Company announced that William L. DeFer has been named CEO of the company.

January 7, 2014

DeFer replaces Craig R. Petray, who is leaving NutraSweet to become CEO of the J.R. Short Milling Company.

J.R. Short Names CEO

Craig R. Petray has been named CEO of the J.R. Short Milling Company.

January 7, 2014

Petray will replace interim CEO Jeff Hebble effective January 20, 2014.

Bell's Perspective on Trends

Sophisticated flavors have become an exceptional growth driver in food and beverage.

January 7, 2014

Among the flavor trends on Bell's radar is the merger of sweet and savory.

Yogurt from Dairy Alternatives

Food scientists announced the development of a yogurt alternative made with plant “milks” instead of cow’s milk.

January 6, 2014

The researchers said their alternative could be specially formulated for people with allergies to cow’s milk, as well as those who are lactose or gluten intolerant.

WhiteWave in JV in China

The WhiteWave Foods Company has entered into a joint venture agreement with China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited.

January 6, 2014

The joint venture intends to manufacture, market and sell a range of nutritious products in China.

New CEO at Roland Foods

James Wagner has joined Roland Foods Corp. as chief executive officer.

January 6, 2014

He succeeds Charles E. Scheidt, a member of the company’s founding family.

Nestle Sells Joseph's Pasta Biz

JPC Acquisition Co. has acquired Joseph's Pasta Company from Nestle Prepared Foods Company.

January 6, 2014

Terms and conditions of the transaction were not disclosed.

Cheerios to be GMO-free

General Mills says it will stop using genetically modified ingredients to make its original Cheerios cereal.

January 3, 2014

While the oats used to make Cheerios have never contained any genetically modified organisms (GMOs), the company did make changes to its sourcing.

FDA 'No Objection' to Reb M

The FDA has issued a “No Objection” letter regarding the use of Rebaudioside M (Reb M) as a general purpose sweetener for foods and beverages in the United States.

January 3, 2014

The company claims that high-purity Reb M (also known as Reb X) “has a closer taste to table sugar than previous stevia ingredients.