Mars warns of possible job cuts after merging chocolate division and Wrigley
M&M’s maker Mars has announced it will combine its chocolate and Wrigley segments to create a new division based in Chicago, called “Mars Wrigley Confectionery”.
Archives for October 6, 2016
Young parents targeted in US beef campaign
US state beef councils are orchestrating a major beef campaign to encourage young parents to cook more beef for their children.
AccelFoods expands portfolio to focus on snacks, international flavors & small-batch production
Food- and beverage-focused venture fund AccelFoods’ latest cohort of six startups underscore the ongoing heavy influence on industry and market potential of healthy snacking, international flavors and small-batch production.
American Egg Board to get 'ethics training' after USDA uncovers 'inappropriate behavior' over Hampton Creek
The American Egg Board (AEB) engaged in “inappropriate conduct” in a bid to counter the threat of egg-free mayo maker Hampton Creek, although evidence to support more serious allegations of misconduct is lacking, concludes a review from USDA’s...
Pumpkin spice and caramel: Hostess Brands unveils fall product line-up
Hostess Brands has unveiled a range of new and returning items in its fall US product line-up.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: The rise and evolution of meat snacks in America
In the past few years, Americans’ growing demand for protein and desire for on-the-go food opened the door for meat jerky to re-position itself as a healthy, convenient snack, which eventually lead to a full-blown love affair with all types of meat...