Multinational ingredient manufacturer kicks off “61 Since ‘61” anniversary celebration of science innovation and leadership
March 10, 2022
Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, is launching its global “61 Since ’61” themed anniversary celebration to commemorate 61 years since its founding in 1961.
SKU Elevate is an 8-week virtual program that provides education, mentorship and networking
March 9, 2022
A key benefit of the program is the mentorship founders receive throughout the track. Each brand is paired with a carefully selected mentor team dedicated to helping them scale their business. SKU Elevate mentors are a who’s who of CPG leaders, successful founders and subject-matter experts who are all dedicated to helping to level the playing field for people of color in the consumer products industry.
Combined company effort seeks to educate consumers on veggie and seed oils with collective campaign and limited-edition starter pack
March 2, 2022
LesserEvil, the better-for-you snack brand on a mission to make healthy, organic, less-processed, and sustainable snacks more accessible, has teamed up with A Dozen Cousins, Cappello’s, Primal Kitchen, and RIND Snacks to create the Clean Oil Crew— a coalition of brands joining forces for an educational campaign, limited-edition starter pack available for purchase, and a special giveaway to educate about clean oils and inspire others to join the movement.
The move further leverages the heart health and blood pressure benefits of the superfruit
March 1, 2022
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, and Canomiks, a startup technology company transforming the functional food and beverage industry, announced research leveraging Canomiks' A.I. based technology platform to test and certify the biological efficacy of the cranberry.
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The acquisition expands Riviana's operations and geographic footprint
February 25, 2022
Riviana Foods Inc. announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase the assets of InHarvest, Inc. which specializes in the production, marketing and sale of premium specialty rice, quinoa and grains.
Acquisition helps Prova expand French manufacturing capacity
February 25, 2022
PROVA announces the acquisition of an industrial site sold by BOIRON Laboratories, expanding its production facilities to France’s Centre-Val de Loire region. Officials say the acquisition is part of PROVA’S global investment and international growth plan.
Simplot is expected to help grow the Ore-Ida brand by introducing world-class innovation and technology
February 24, 2022
The Kraft Heinz Company and Simplot Food Group, a division of the J.R. Simplot Company, announced that the two companies have signed a long-term agreement naming Simplot as the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of Ore-Ida. Kraft Heinz will continue to own the Ore-Ida brand.
The partnership aims to develop superior plant-based versions of co-branded products at unprecedented speed
February 23, 2022
Both Kraft Heinz and NotCo share a desire to change the world for the better and believe that working together they can and will accelerate adoption of plant-based foods.
Wind Point invests in leading Latin American snack pellet manufacturer to build North American platform focused on the better-for-you and Hispanic snack segments
February 22, 2022
The acquisition will serve as a platform to build a North American business-to-business salty snack manufacturer in the BFY and Hispanic segments.