The new entity unites internationally recognized brands Godiva, McVitie’s, and Ulker
June 9, 2016
Yildiz Holding, CEEMEA’s largest food company, brought together its core biscuit, chocolate, and confectionery businesses Godiva Chocolatier, United Biscuits, Ulker and DeMet’s Candy Company, to form a new global company, “pladis.”
Michele Buck has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately
June 8, 2016
Buck brings more than 25 years of consumer packaged goods experience to this new executive role. She will continue to lead Hershey’s day-to-day North American operations and now will oversee Hershey’s operations in Central and South America.
The Hormel Foods 2015 Corporate Responsibility Report follows the Global Reporting Initiative G4 guidelines
June 7, 2016
As the company celebrates its 125th anniversary this year, Hormel Foods Corporation announced the launch of its 10th annual corporate responsibility report.
ADM, GLG partner to bring low-calorie stevia, monk fruit sweeteners to customers worldwide
June 6, 2016
Archer Daniels Midland Company and GLG Life Tech Corporation announced a new partnership to manufacture, market, sell and distribute low-calorie stevia and monk fruit sweeteners to customers around the globe.
By marrying natural ingredients and patented biochemistry with traditional cheese- and dairy-making techniques, Kite Hill is able to offer almond milk alternatives to traditional dairy products
May 26, 2016
The company intends to use the proceeds from the funding round to expand distribution and increase consumer awareness for the Kite Hill brand and product lines.
Refreshed design and relevant information will help consumers make healthy food choices
May 26, 2016
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration took a major step in making sure consumers have updated nutritional information for most packaged foods sold in the United States, that will help people make informed decisions about the foods they eat and feed their families.
Lance Luegers named senior director of sales, corporate accounts
May 25, 2016
Trevor Bynum, president of Schwan’s Food Service, Inc., announced that Lance Luegers has joined the company in a newly created position as senior director of sales for corporate accounts, leading the non-commercial business.
Peter Levangie will serve as the company’s new CEO and president, effective September 1, 2016
May 25, 2016
Bay State Milling Company announced that its Board of Directors has selected Peter Levangie as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective September 1, 2016. Levangie has held the position of President and Chief Operating Officer at Bay State Milling since 2008.