The Hershey Company announced that it has purchased Ripple Brand Collective, LLC, a privately held company based in Congers, New York, that owns the barkTHINS snacking chocolate brand.

Papa John’s announced that it will remove high fructose corn syrup from its entire food menu. The change has been fully implemented and includes all pizza ingredients, pizza toppings, dessert items, and sauce selections.

The Lay's brand asked Americans to help decide which Lay's flavors stay and which flavors go. After receiving millions of consumer votes, Lay's fans indicated they love the flavors of Lay's Flamin' Hot, Lay's Cheddar & Sour Cream, Lay's Honey Barbecue, and Lay's Kettle Cooked Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper.

The moves come as a direct response and commitment toward meeting the evolving preferences of many consumers.

A2/A2 refers to a variation of protein found in cows’ milk, which some research has shown to be easier to digest than the A1 milk that is predominantly produced by cows in the US. All human milk is A2/A2.

Hormel Foods Corporation announced a company-wide clean label initiative to simplify the ingredient statements of many of its retail products through the removal or replacement of ingredients, while still delivering great-tasting items that consumers expect.

Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. announced that it has acquired That’s How We Roll, LLC (THWR), a provider of high quality, branded, better-for-you snacks in North America, including flagship brands Mrs. Thinsters and Dippin’ Chips.

Better stated, “I look forward to leading Nellson through its continued evolution while supporting its customers through new product and market expansion efforts.”

The Research Chefs Association (RCA) announced the results of its recent Board of Directors election for the 2016-2017 term which began immediately following the association’s 19th Annual Conference in Denver.

In moving forward with corporate restructure and the plan to enter the company into a different sector, Valley High has completed its due diligence and has decided to enter into the multi-billion dollar nutraceutical industry with a letter of intent to acquire GEAR Sports Nutrition Inc. GEAR is an already established brand with nationwide distribution and a large social media following.