CINCINNATI — Higher interest rates, reduced savings and fewer government benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are impacting how consumers spend their money and, in turn, strategy at The Kroger Co., said William R. McMullen, chief executive officer. “As…
CHINO, CALIF. — Apura Ingredients named Katharina Pueller as senior business development manager, US Western Territory. In her new role, Ms. Pueller will provide sweetener and taste modulation solutions to established food, beverage, specialty and pharmaceutical manufacturers within the western…
RACINE, WIS. — Butter Buds Inc. has added a line of creamy ingredient solutions to its portfolio, which enables food manufacturers to produce a creamy mouthfeel and rich cheese flavors to their products, according to the company. The line may offer…
KANSAS CITY — People need a little boost sometimes. It may be a sweet favorite or a zingy new tidbit to brighten their day. Cookies are a go-to option for a snacking nation, and consumers who have been gravitating toward…
ROME, GA. — EagleTree Capital has acquired the flavor and ingredients company Summit Hill Foods. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Brands manufactured and marketed by Summit Hill Foods include Better Than Bouillon, Better Than Gravy, The Original Louisiana…
AURORA, COLO. — MycoTechnology has appointed Michael Leonard to lead the company as chief executive officer. Mr. Leonard will succeed the company’s co-founder and former CEO, Alan Hahn. Mr. Hahn will assume the role of executive chairman. Most recently, Mr. Leonard…
KANSAS CITY — Even as dollar sales in the ready-to-eat cereal category inch ever closer to $10 billion there is a sense of urgency to arrest the slide in unit sales. In some ways, that has been accomplished. According to…
ERIE, COLO. — The National Honey Board has selected 12 brands for its Queen’s Choice Awards. The Queen’s Choice Awards recognizes new food and beverage products made with honey. Products were selected based on flavor, packaging, innovation, and the product’s positioning…
NEW YORK — The Italian coffee brand Caffè Borbone is officially making its US debut. Founded in 1997, Caffè Borbone markets a line of K-Cup and Nespresso compatible coffee pods, whole beans, ground coffee and instant drink mixes. The launch centers…
KANSAS CITY — The US sugar market appears in a state of flux amid uncertain supply (both domestic and global) and demand expectations for the 2023-24 marketing year that began Oct. 1. Prices remain historically high. The US Department of…
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