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Innovature Platform to Focus on Gene Editing

A growing understanding of gene editing is spurring new developments in food and agriculture

January 17, 2019

The aim of Innovature is to be a resource for those interested in learning more about and engaging in a conversation around the benefits of innovation in food and agriculture.

Briannas Names New Leadership

Scott Eckert to assume role of president and CEO

January 16, 2019

Eckert has over 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, most recently serving as the vice president of marketing at Community Coffee Company. Prior to that, he served in various leadership roles at ACH Food Companies and ConAgra Brands.

Amano Enzyme Opening New Office in Thailand

The office will provide sales, research and development services to Southeast Asia and India.

January 15, 2019

Amano Enzyme will begin the New Year with the opening of an office in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region, the Kingdom of Thailand, effective February 1, 2019, according to Ken Iritani, vice president, technical services, Amano Enzyme USA.

ADM Acquires Florida Chemical Company

Florida Chemical Company specializes in citrus-based flavors and fragrances

January 11, 2019

The deal, which requires regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2019. When the transaction is complete, FCC’s approximately 75 employees will transfer to ADM.

Acme-Hardesty Names New Regional Sales Manager

John Rastoka to take on role as regional sales manager for the western region

January 11, 2019

Rastoka brings to Acme a deep knowledge of the chemical and lubricant additive markets.

Mondelēz International to Move Global HQ to Chicago

Approximately 400 employees will occupy the company’s new headquarters in Chicago’s Fulton Market area

January 9, 2019

The maker of Oreo cookies, belVita biscuits, and Triscuit crackers, has signed a long-term lease on a newly-constructed five-story office building at 905 West Fulton, in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant food district.

Flowers Foods Completes Acquisition of Canyon Bakehouse

Canyon Bakehouse was founded by Josh and Christi Skow and Ed Miknevicius in 2009

December 21, 2018

Canyon Bakehouse will operate as an independent subsidiary of Flowers Foods.

PepsiCo Announces Leadership Appointments

Vivek Sankaran to become CEO of Frito-Lay North America, Kirk Tanner to take on role of CEO of North America Beverages

December 21, 2018

Vivek Sankaran, who currently serves as president and chief operating officer of Frito-Lay North America, will now become its CEO, and Kirk Tanner, who currently serves as president and chief operating officer of North America Beverages, will become its CEO.

Campbell Names New President, CEO

Mark A. Clouse previously served as CEO of Pinnacle Foods, Inc.

December 21, 2018

Throughout his career, Clouse has consistently demonstrated an ability to enhance growth and create shareholder value through investments in a company’s existing brands and through acquisitions.

Chobani Gimmies Greek Yogurt

The Gimmies line includes crunchy snacks, milkshakes, tubes and pouches

December 20, 2018

Suggested retail prices for Gimmies products include Crunch ($1.25 per 4-ounce serving), Tubes ($4.29 for a 10-pack, each 1.5-ounce serving), Milkshakes ($4.49 for a 6-pack, each 4-ounce serving) and Pouches ($4.49 for a 4-pack, each 3.5-ounce serving).