The US Food and Drug Administration proposed to revoke the regulation authorizing the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in food. The agency concluded that the intended use of BVO in food is no longer considered safe after the results of studies conducted in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found the potential for adverse health effects in humans.

The San Diego-based business elevates the world of snacks through an assortment of spicy fruit and vegetable offerings, all infused with 100% Mexican spices and no artificial flavors or colors. CHUZA will receive a $100,000 grant and other resources to scale their operations and grow their business.

Aurochemicals, an internationally recognized manufacturer of natural aroma ingredients in the flavor and fragrance industry, enhanced customer service and efficiency by posting an additional 15,000 informational regulatory documents about its products at www.Aurochemicals.com.

The J. M. Smucker Co. announced the formation of a new strategic business area—sweet baked snacks—and the subsequent officer election of Dan O'Leary to senior vice president and general manager, sweet baked snacks and pet, effective immediately. 

McCain Foods USA was awarded $6.9 million in funding through the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which will be used as part of an "Improving Soil Health in Potato Supply Chains" project.

With manufacturing facilities strategically located in Chicago, Fullerton, Calif., and Frostproof, Fla., Bevolution is known for its three distinguished brands: Dr Smoothie, Tropics, and Refrasia, each underscoring a commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability.

Nevada-based Stellar Snacks announced last week its plans to expand production with a $137 million investment over 10 years and a 434,000sq-ft pretzel bakery facility in Louisville. 

CuliNEX, a top clean label food product and plant-based formulation consultancy, announced Rosa Espinoza has joined the team as a research chef, bringing almost 20 years of experience as a chef.

The name change will incorporate contract manufacturing of nutritional powders added to the capabilities marketed under the Prinova brand globally, alongside ingredient distribution, premix manufacturing, and flavor manufacturing. The company’s leadership and ownership will remain unchanged.

Nelson's career, marked by her recent role as chief operating officer at AppHarvest, further solidifies Tractor Beverage Company's commitment to making organically-crafted, sustainably sourced beverages accessible to everyone, regardless of their dining preferences.