Foodservice News & Media
Coca-Cola warns about coronavirus impact on its supply chain
February 27, 2020
The Coca-Cola Co. has advised investors about production and export issues for low-calorie beverages and Diet Coke caused by the coronavirus, according to a…
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National Restaurant Association report projects 4% industry-wide sales growth this year
February 27, 2020
The National Restaurant Association projected 4% restaurant industry sales growth this year across service categories to a total national of a record $89…
read nowMondelēz International to acquire Give & Go baked goods company
February 26, 2020
Mondelēz International has agreed to acquire a majority interest in Give & Go, a North American provider of fully finished sweet baked goods and owners of…
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More competition for us – food halls. What’s a food hall?
by Paul Schlossberg — president, dfw consulting
Food halls are the next evolution of those mall-based food courts. You might describe it as a food court on steroids. Convenience service operators cannot…
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Cargill to introduce plant-based patties and ground products
February 24, 2020
Cargill will introduce private label plant-based patties and ground products to retailers and restaurants in early April, according to a press release.
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General Mills Foodservice introduces Pillsbury professional online community
February 24, 2020
General Mills Foodservice has launched its Pillsbury Professional Online Community, a resource to help foodservice professionals, according to a press release.
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New Hampshire considers stricter bottled water standards
February 24, 2020
New Hampshire is considering a law to require bottled water companies to test for and remove PFAS contaminants, according to a msn.com report.
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PepsiCo, Inc. to acquire Chinese snack maker for $705M
February 24, 2020
PepsiCo, Inc. has agreed to acquire Hangzhou Haomusi Food Co., Ltd., one of the largest online snacks companies in China, from Haoxiangni Health Food Co., Ltd.
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Sysco launches plant-based menu items and more
February 21, 2020
Sysco Corp. has launched 11 new menu concepts in its Cutting Edge Solutions platform, including plant-based items. The new items include:
read nowHormel Foods Corp to acquire supplier, Sadler's Smokehouse
February 20, 2020
Hormel Foods Corp. has agreed to acquire Texas-based Sadler's Smokehouse, a family-owned business specializing in pit-smoked meats for retail and food service…
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Coronavirus' effect on supply chains: Potentially worse than 2002 SARS outbreak
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
While this morning the coronavirus has reportedly killed more than 2,100 and sickened more than 75,700, QSRs and other businesses are waiting and wondering how…
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Dairy Farmers of America to acquire Dean Foods
February 17, 2020
Dairy Farmers of America, a dairy cooperative, has agreed to purchase Dean Foods, according to an msn.com report. Dean Foods, which filed for bankruptcy in…
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Conagra Brands, Inc. cites consumption declines in revised 2020 outlook
February 17, 2020
Conagra Brands, Inc. is revising its fiscal 2020 outlook as a result of softer than expected category performance during the company's fiscal third quarter…
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Keep an eye on the QSR menus
by Paul Schlossberg — president, dfw consulting
McDonald's, KFC and Taco Bell have more than 65,000 restaurant locations worldwide. They must appeal to uniquely different tastes and menu preferences across…
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February 14, 2020
Entrepreneurial Equity Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm focused on making investments in the food and consumer packaged goods industries, has…
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February 12, 2020
Mary Beth McGehee Mary Beth McGehee, who spent more than 23 years working for Aramark Refreshment Services, has joined Coolgreens as vice president of…
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Selecta introduces micro market concept in Spain
February 7, 2020
Selecta, one of Europe's leading route-based unattended self-service providers, has introduced its micro market workplace solution, Foodie's, in Spain. The…
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US restaurants vs coronavirus: The very real things US brands can do now
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
No, the coronavirus is not a major health threat in the U.S. at this time. But the fact is, that could quickly change, and there are some very real…
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