The early stages of the pandemic disrupted this rhythm, and just as eating patterns were returning to pre-pandemic normalcy, food inflation set them on end again, reports The NPD Group in its recently released 2022 edition of Eating Patterns in America. 

Operators report that frozen foods offer solutions to many of the operational challenges they face in light of the ongoing supply chain and labor market disruptions.

Bacardi is cutting approximately 140 tons of single-use plastic annually, by removing plastic pourers from its bottles in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Spain and Portugal.

Vive Organic's beverages are organic, non-GMO, gluten free and vegan and offered in thousands of blue-chip retailers across the United States, such as Whole Foods, Target, Kroger and Albertsons, along with being offered online through Amazon.

Individuals in Northern California who deposit qualifying candy containers in an Olyns Reverse Vending Machine will have a chance to win thousands of dollars in rewards.

Stauber, a leader in innovative ingredients and experts in processing solutions, has created a Scientific Advisory Board (SAB).

The nearly 30,000sq-ft, standalone building will support global citrus research and development, and will include sensory and experience venues, research labs, processing, analytical departments, a fully equipped citrus garden and amenities for hosting customers and partners.

The board will work closely with BlueNalu’s senior leadership and functional teams to provide their unique perspectives and strategic guidance with the goal to improve and accelerate the company’s cell-cultured seafood production and problem-solve the forthcoming large-scale commercialization challenges.

Healthy Food Ingredients (HFI) announced that Michael Todd has joined the company as chief executive officer.

Perry’s Ice Cream Company, Inc., a Great Lakes regional brand, expanded its production capabilities to meet increased category growth.  Perry’s is investing $18 million in a 20,000sq-ft expansion and the purchase of a state-of-the-art extruded stick bar line from Tetra Pak of Denmark.