Month January 2024

Smucker discontinues Knott’s Berry Farm brand

ORRVILLE, OHIO — The J.M. Smucker Co. has discontinued its Knott’s Berry Farm portfolio. “The decision to discontinue Knott’s Berry Farm was in alignment with our strategy to continuously review our portfolio and prioritize support to the areas of the…

Sustainable nutrition innovation on the rise

LONDON — Food and beverages products that blend nutritional support and environmental benefits are trending. Market researcher GlobalData identified how manufacturers are tapping into the demand through a variety of formats, including plant-based offerings and alternative dairy proteins. “We are…

Private equity company acquires Saco Foods

MIDDLETON, WIS. — Fengate Private Equity, a division of Fengate Asset Management, has completed the acquisition of Saco Foods Holdings, LLC from Benford Capital Partners. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Middleton-based Saco Foods has a portfolio of shelf-stable…

Wheat, corn up at week’s end, but post weekly losses

Home » Wheat, corn up at week’s end, but post weekly losses Source: Sosland Publishing Co. Recap for January 19  Wheat futures rose at the end of the week in technical buying supported by improved global export demand as seen…

Rabobank says baking industry in ‘better shape’

UTRECHT, NETHERLANDS — The baking industry is in “better shape” heading into 2024 than it was after 2022 due to lower commodities prices, restored margins and more knowledge about navigating a volatile environment, according to a new report from Rabobank.…

Equii bringing complete protein to the bread aisle and beyond

SAN RAMON, CALIF. — Formulating staple products like bread and other grain-based foods with complete, plant-based protein is at the heart of Equii’s strategy. The startup is seeking to differentiate by offering consumers healthy, balanced nutrition in a sustainable way,…

Subway reveals footlong Sidekicks | Food Business News

MIAMI — Subway has introduced Sidekicks, a trio of new footlong snack options available beginning Jan. 22. Subway’s chocolate chip cookie, Cinnabon churros and Auntie Anne’s pretzels all will be available in footlong format, providing a sweet or savory snack…

Paro bringing South Asian ready-to-eat meals to market

NEW YORK — Growing up as a first-generation Pakastani American, Umaimah Sharwani often ate Pakastani and South Asian focused meals made by her immigrant parents. After moving to New York, Sharwani struggled to re-create her childhood meals and often missed…

Extending shelf life the focus of Kemin infographic

DES MOINES, IOWA – Kemin Industries now offers an interactive infographic designed to help manufacturers keep baked foods and snack products fresher and safer for longer. By using Kemin ingredient systems manufacturers may delay lipid oxidation and extend product shelf…

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