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See where the world’s leading food and beverage companies landed in Food Engineering’s 2026 Top 100 rankings, as economic pressures, major acquisitions and shifting strategies reshaped the industry in 2025.

One of my favorite times of the year is approaching, and it’s not just because autumn is on its way. While I do enjoy the cooler temperatures and the seasonal activities that fall brings, this time of year also marks the release of our annual Top 100 ranking.

The fully online, non-thesis master’s program serves professionals in food manufacturing, ingredient and processing companies, quality assurance, food safety, regulatory agencies, product development, supply chain and operations, and related industries.

Salling brings more than 25 years of experience in business development, market strategy and client growth across the life sciences sector.

The planned transition comes as the South Jersey-based company builds on its position as a manufacturer of premium and organic private label sauces and dressings.

BNP Media donates the Meat Industry Hall of Fame to the Meat Institute, as the association partners with the American Association of Meat Processors and American Meat Science Association to govern the Hall.

Located at Austin Innovation Park, the new office marks Dennis Group’s fifth location in the United States and reflects the firm’s growth alongside increasing demand for food manufacturing infrastructure throughout Texas and the surrounding region.

Frick Brunkhorst joined the 130-year-old company at age 15 and has spent the past 25 years working across nearly every aspect of the business, from the production floor to product development, branding and long-term strategic planning.

Mills, who has served as a member of B&G Foods’ Board of Directors since March 2018, succeeds Kenneth C. “Casey” Keller, who has retired as president, CEO and a director.

Ghingo, who has served as president and a member of the Hormel Foods Board of Directors since July 2025, will succeed Jeff Ettinger, interim chief executive officer, and will continue serving on the board.