Month October 2023

Batory Foods promotes chief people and sustainability officer

ROSEMONT, ILL. — Batory Foods has named Rita Ramirez as chief people and sustainability officer. In her new role, Ms. Ramirez plans to launch The Batory Way Academy program, which will align training to Batory Foods’ business strategy, integrate mentorship…

Frozen food maker to expand in California

FRISCO, TEXAS — Ruiz Food Products, Inc., a manufacturer of prepared frozen foods for distribution to retail, convenience stores, clubs, vending, industrial and foodservice, is expanding its manufacturing footprint in Vernon, Calif., by 150,000 square feet. The expansion will include…

Sustainability taking center stage in 2023

CHICAGO — Consumer interest in sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor when choosing a brand, according to new research from data and analytics solution provider NIQ (formerly NielsenIQ). The company’s “Green Divide” report, which examined consumer preferences, attitudes and…

Walmart building milk processing plant in Georgia

BENTONVILLE, ARK. — Walmart Inc. is building a milk processing plant in Valdosta, Ga. The $350 million facility is scheduled to open in 2025, according to the company. When completed, the plant will supply products to more than 750 Walmart…

Citation Capital acquires better-for-you snack brand

TOTOWA, NJ.  — Citation Capital, LLC, a private equity firm, is acquiring a majority interest in Cibo Vita. Citation Capital will be Cibo Vita’s first outside shareholder. Cibo Vita is a better-for-you snack company and is known for its flagship brand,…

10 Instant Food in Asia

10 Instant Food in Asia 1. Khatta Meetha Poha 2. Small Wonton in Chicken Soup 3. Spicy La Paz Batchoy 4. Strawberry Milkshake … source

NewTree Fruit’s process removes sugar from fruit juice

 DE PERE, WIS.  — NewTree Fruit Co. has removed 100% of naturally occurring sugars from cranberry juice concentrate. Fruit juice has three naturally occurring sugars, fructose, sucrose, and glucose. To remove the sugars, the company uses a culturing method called de-sugaring.…

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