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ONDEX Automation Acquires The Fitch Company

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The acquisition strengthens ONDEX's process automation capabilities, adding DCS and PLC programming, OT/IT networking, electrical design, instrumentation, panel fabrication and plant-wide control system expertise.

Splenda Maker Heartland Food Products Group to Acquire Equal, Whole Earth Sweetener Brands

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:02:00 -0400

The company is set to acquire the Americas business of Whole Earth Brands, Inc., including the Equal, Whole Earth, Swerve and Chuker sweetener brands across North America and Latin America.

Steam Realty Partners Launches Platform to Support F&B Manufacturing, Distribution

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This integrated service brings together strategy, site selection, capital and execution to address the growing complexity of manufacturing, food and beverage production, cold storage and specialized distribution operations.

Gelatys Opens $8M Florida Production Facility to Fuel Growth

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:35:00 -0400

The site features next-gen machinery capable of producing in one hour what previously took a day.

THAIFEX - Anuga Asia Opens in Bangkok

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:53:00 -0400

Returning under the theme “BIGGER - BETTER – BOLDER,” this year’s edition will welcome food buyers and importers from more than 130 countries worldwide.

Sunrise Farms to Open $100M Poultry Processing Facility in Ontario

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:22:00 -0400

Once operational, the 155,000-sq.-ft. facility will enhance the Canadian company’s processing capacity, increase procurement from Ontario farms and support economic growth across rural communities.

Steakholder Foods to Launch Plant-Based Product Line in U.S.

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:46:00 -0400

Perfecta spans multiple protein analog categories and designed to address the primary barriers limiting plant-based category expansion, namely taste, texture and the experience of eating a whole cut of meat.

Anheuser-Busch Invests $5.8M in Virginia Brewery

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:25:00 -0400

This latest investment is part of Anheuser-Busch's ongoing Brewing Futures initiative, through which the company is investing $600 million in its U.S. operations across 2025 and 2026.

Kraft Launches Lactose-Free Cheese Products

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:56:00 -0400

Available in three varieties – Mild Cheddar Shredded Cheese, Mozzarella Shredded Cheese and Mozzarella String Cheese – each new product is made with real dairy and 0 grams of lactose.

Mars to Invest £190M in English Factory Known for Creating Mars Bar

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:47:00 -0400

The investment will introduce state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities, combining robotics and AI with upgraded machinery, as well as advanced cooling systems and energy-efficient utilities, to improve performance and sustainability across the site.

Kraft Heinz Launches JELL-O Simply

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:40:00 -0400

JELL-O Simply is made with real fruit juice and 25% less sugar — and without FD&C colors and artificial sweeteners.

ABF Ingredients to Expand in Wisconsin

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:54:00 -0400

The project includes an initial investment of over $65 million to construct a new Ohly facility, which will employ nearly 30 team members.

Symrise Opens Food Studio in Northwest Arkansas

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:54:00 -0400

Designed to complement Symrise’s existing capabilities, the space enables more agile, hands-on collaboration and rapid prototyping in an immersive environment.

IFF Opens Vanilla Innovation Center in Madagascar

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:35:00 -0400

Located in Toamasina — near vanilla growing areas and post-harvest processing activities — the 650-square-meter center brings together lab analysis, extraction, flavor creation and application development in a single site.

FDA Begins Reassessment of BHT, ADA

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:24:00 -0400

The agency has also finalized its framework for post-market assessment of food additives.

PMMI to Partner with interpack on NA Pavilion for 2029 Event

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:12:00 -0400

The agreement is designed to expand international engagement, strengthen connections between Europe and North America, and create new opportunities for companies across both markets.

Cargill and Voyage Foods Bring NextCoa Cocoa Alternatives to North America

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:50:00 -0400

NextCoa confectionery alternatives to chocolate are crafted from plant-based ingredients like grape seeds.

3-A SSI Seeks Working Group Coordinator Consultant to Lead Standards Modernization Effort

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:33:00 -0400

The coordinator consultant will manage day-to-day project operations across all eight working groups — meeting facilitation, document tracking, scope management, ballot coordination and process documentation — reporting directly to the executive director.

UPM, Michelman and BOBST Join Forces on Paper Food Packaging

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:09:00 -0400

By combining fiber-based materials, bio-based coatings and coating line expertise, the three companies have built ready-to-implement structures that deliver barrier performance and heat sealability over a wide sealing window.

Post Holdings Names Nicolas Catoggio as Incoming CEO

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:52:00 -0400

Catoggio succeeds Robert Vitale, who will transition to the role of executive chairman on Oct. 1, 2026.

Fresh Del Monte Names Pittsburgh as Foods Division Hub

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:19:00 -0400

Del Monte Foods' history in Pittsburgh began in 2002, when the company acquired several brands from Heinz.

Debut, Oterra Partner to Develop Red 40 Alternative

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:40:00 -0400

By combining Debut’s technology with Oterra’s formulation expertise, the companies aim to produce natural color solutions spanning orange, red and violet, offering a full range of stable shades to food and beverage manufacturers.

Colorado Premium Acquires Old Hickory Smokehouse

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:26:00 -0400

The acquisition expands Colorado Premium’s traditional sous vide cooked capabilities by adding naturally smoked proteins to its portfolio.

Dairy Co-op Agri-Mark Partners with Eversource on Energy Efficiency Upgrade

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:41:00 -0400

Agri-Mark and Eversource partnered on the installation of a high-efficiency mechanical vapor recompression unit, which is used in the production of condensed and powdered milk products. This equipment has resulted in reductions that help lower energy usage, reduce costs and support operational consistency and product quality.

The Campbell’s Company Acquires 49% Stake in Rao’s Maker

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:07:00 -0400

Based in Scafati, Italy, and founded by Antonio Romano in 1972, La Regina has been a key partner of Rao’s Homemade since 1993 and produces all Rao's Homemade tomato-based sauces today.

Nestlé USA Introduces Minor’s Kitchen Sauces

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:05:00 -0400

Minor's Kitchen marks Nestlé's first entry into U.S. at-home condiments, expanding its culinary leadership into a fast-growing category.

FDA: U.S. Infant Formula is Largely Safe

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:45:00 -0400

Across the products tested, most samples had undetectable or very low levels of contaminants including lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, pesticides, PFAS and phthalates.

Divert Opens Integrated Diversion and Energy Facility in Washington

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:29:00 -0400

At capacity, the facility will transform the material it receives into over 235,000 MMBtu of renewable energy and 450,000 pounds of nutrient-rich fertilizer annually.

Mars Secures Wind Energy from Planned Lithuanian Wind Farm

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:41:00 -0400

The project, planned to go live in 2028, will also support the Mars pet food manufacturing facility in Lithuania, providing a secure, long-term source of renewable electricity.

Walmart Opens Third Milk Processing Facility

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:14:00 -0400

The Robinson, Texas facility will process and bottle a variety of milk options for Walmart’s Great Value and Sam’s Club Member’s Mark brands.