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Reser’s Fine Foods Completes Energy Efficiency Projects at Oregon Facility

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:42:00 -0400

The upgraded refrigeration and compressed air systems are expected to reduce the facility's overall electricity use by more than 20%, or nearly 1.9 million kilowatt-hours annually.

Cargill Expands Renewable Electricity Portfolio in Oklahoma, South Dakota

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:26:00 -0400

Cargill has entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) for 87 megawatts (MW) of wind power from the Sweetland Wind project in South Dakota. The company also previously executed a long-term VPPA for the full output of the 85 MW Choctaw Fields Solar project in Oklahoma.

Kerry Opens Coffee Extraction Facility in Pennsylvania

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:36:00 -0400

The site is dedicated to developing natural coffee taste and flavor profiles using advanced extraction and concentration technologies to create premium coffee solutions.

Rich Products Redesigns Customer Innovation Center

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:13:00 -0400

With a $3.2 million investment, Rich’s transformed an underutilized space into a modern, digitally powered destination designed to create greater value for customers.

Hormel Foods to Acquire Brakebush Brothers

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:48:00 -0400

Hormel Foods says the acquisition advances its strategy of investing in growing protein categories and is expected to strengthen its foodservice platform.

General Mills Names Dana McNabb as CEO

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:03:00 -0400

McNabb will succeed Jeff Harmening, who will become executive chair of the board of directors.

FPA Opens 2027 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0400

The annual awards recognize outstanding innovation in flexible packaging.

Cargill to Invest $130M in Asia Poultry Operations

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:16:00 -0400

The investment encompasses capacity and efficiency enhancements across Cargill’s entire poultry network in Thailand and the Philippines and will help strengthen supply chain resilience, enhance food safety, quality and innovation.

Impossible Foods Brings Plant-Based Offerings to the UK

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:09:00 -0400

While the brand has had select products available in UK restaurants since 2022, UK consumers have spent the last several years awaiting more of the brand’s offerings.

Columbus Vegetable Oils Opens Las Vegas Distribution Facility

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:53:00 -0400

The facility will offer a range of conventional, non-GMO and organic oils, including soybean, canola, olive, safflower, avocado and corn.

CJ CheilJedang Brings Jari Spirits Brand to U.S.

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:49:00 -0400

Refined through a four-season aging process in traditional, unglazed Onggi, jari delivers clean spirits suited for sipping, food pairings and cocktail applications.

Schreiber Foods to Build $267M Process Cheese Facility in Missouri

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:43:14 -0400

The facility in Carthage, Missouri is expected to open in 2028 and create approximately 100 new jobs.

Maple Leaf Foods to Consolidate Plant Protein Production

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:13:00 -0400

The company says consolidating production at its facility in Indianapolis, Indiana will create a more efficient manufacturing network, improve capacity utilization, reduce operational complexity and establish a focused Centre of Excellence.

SunOpta Adds Fourth Line to Texas Production Facility

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:34:00 -0400

The expansion represents an investment of $35 million and is expected to increase network capacity by 10%.

Anheuser-Buch to Invest $44M in California, Colorado Breweries

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:10:00 -0400

The company says these investments will help Anheuser-Busch increase production of Michelob ULTRA and Cutwater and expand local manufacturing skills training.

Vanguard Renewables to Acquire Generate Upcycle’s North American Operations

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:09:00 -0400

Upon closing, Generate Upcycle's anaerobic digestion facilities and advanced depackaging facilities operating across upstate New York and Ontario, Canada, are expected to join Vanguard Renewables' portfolio.

Kikkoman Opens Third U.S. Production Facility

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:55:00 -0400

The facility in Jefferson, Wisconsin incorporates advanced digital manufacturing tools that enable paperless operations, real-time data visualization and enhanced traceability.

Juanita’s Foods Acquires California Manufacturing Facility

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:08:00 -0400

The Santa Fe Springs facility will become the company's primary manufacturing site, consolidating production currently housed at its long-time Wilmington, California plant into a single, expanded operation.

Invenimus Launches Training Programs for Food Contact, Packaging and Food Safety

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:53:00 -0400

The Food Contact & Packaging Sustainability Training Subscription is aimed at regulatory, product safety, packaging and compliance professionals.

Reading Bakery Systems Adds Third Pilot Production Line

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:40:00 -0400

At the Science & Innovation Center, bakery and snack manufacturers work with RBS experts to develop new products, optimize processes, address manufacturing challenges and prepare for commercial-scale production.

Nestlé Canada Invests $50M in Toronto Confectionery Factory

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:41:00 -0400

The investment adds new physical production space, advanced manufacturing equipment and expanded site utilities.

CDC Declares Cyclospora Outbreak Over

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:05:00 -0400

While the outbreak is over, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues the outbreak investigation of cyclospora infections linked to iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico and recalled by Taylor Farms de Mexico.

Holly Poultry Opens Production Facility in Maryland

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:03:00 -0400

The new facility is expected to create 140 net new jobs and establish a dedicated production platform for Holly Poultry's growing retail business.

Hain Celestial to Sell International Business to Private Equity Firm for $323M

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:39:00 -0400

The company says net proceeds are expected to range between $305 million and $310 million, and upon closing of the transaction, the proceeds would be used to reduce the company’s debt.

Texas A&M Launches Food Technology and Leadership Master’s Degree Program

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:40:00 -0400

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.

Hanover Foods Debuts Skinny Veg Frozen Vegetable Line for GLP-1 Users

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:23:00 -0400

The Skinny Veg line includes four frozen blended vegetable and grain sides, each with five simple ingredients.

CRB Names Helga Margrethe Salling as Chief Growth Officer

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:25:00 -0400

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

Beyond Meat Introduces Phytosphere Plant-Based Products

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:16:00 -0400

The portfolio brings together powders, bars, beverages and center-of-plate offerings in an integrated nutrition platform that allows consumers to stack nutrients — from plant protein and fiber to polyphenols and phytosterols.

Chelten House Products Names Jason Dabrow as CEO

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:13:00 -0400

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.

General Mills Debuts Pillsbury Frozen Croissants

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Pillsbury Butter Grands! Croissants and Chocolate Grands! Croissants go straight from the freezer to the oven, making it easy to enjoy a warm, bakery-style croissant at home.