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Coronavirus driving consumers to eat out less
March 6, 2020
Many U.S. consumers plan to eat out less on account of the presence of the coronavirus, according to a Techonomic survey conducted with 1,000 consumers from…
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'Gourmet' pizza vending machines roll out after $10M funding round
March 6, 2020
A new edition to the pizza vending machine market is being launched this week, this one emphasizing that the machine provides consumers with "truly gourmet…
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Report: Foodservice operators seek innovations in flavor variety, packaging, labor-saving solutions
March 4, 2020
Frozen foods are used by foodservice operators of all types. But a Datassential study found operators are hungry for innovation. "Frozen has a…
read nowNAMA reaffirms its 2020 show in Nashville May 6-8
March 4, 2020
NAMA has reaffirmed that its 2020 NAMA Show will take place, as scheduled, May 6-8 in Nashville, despite concerns about the coronavirus and tornadoes…
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Campbell Soup names Valerie Oswalt president of snacks
March 3, 2020
Campbell Soup Co. named Valerie Oswalt as executive vice president and president of Campbell Snacks, effective this March 9. Oswalt will lead the division that…
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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…
read nowNational 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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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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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…
read nowPrivate equity firm acquires Kronos Foods
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…
read nowCoolgreens names VP of business development
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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7-Eleven debuts cashierless store at headquarters
February 5, 2020
7-Eleven has opened the doors to its first cashierless store, located at its Irving, Texas headquarters.
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