Kalsec names Nykaza President, COO
Kalsec has promoted Scott Nykaza from COO to President and COO, effective August 1. IFT Daily News
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
Campbell to launch 200+ new products in fiscal 2014
Campbell Soup Co. expects to launch more than 200 new products in fiscal 2014 as the company strengthens its core businesses and expands into higher-growth spaces, including new consumer segments, … Continue Reading →
ABA Applauds Soda Ban Ruling
NEW YORK — The American Beverage Association is pleased with a New York City appeals court’s decision to uphold the ruling made last spring against Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s soda ban. … Continue Reading →
U.S. FDA takes step to help ensure the safety of imported food
On July 26, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued two proposed rules as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) aimed at helping to ensure that imported … Continue Reading →
Multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak may be linked to salad mix
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections. … Continue Reading →
Whole Foods Boosts Results, Store Openings
AUSTIN, Texas — Whole Foods Market here said its “outstanding operational performance” is continuing to fund its growth, with 94 leases in its pipeline, including 50 more leases signed over … Continue Reading →
U.S. restaurant count increases slightly over 2012
There were only 3,045 more restaurants in the United States in spring 2013 than there were in spring 2012, according to a recent U.S. restaurant census conducted by The NPD … Continue Reading →
WILD acquires equity participation in Amazon Flavors
On July 29, WILD Flavors GmbH became a shareholder in Amazon Flavors, a manufacturer of natural flavors, extracts, emulsions, and compounds for Brazil’s beverage market. IFT Daily News
Wal-Mart, Aldi Face Off Against Established Minn. Retailers [With Map]
If variety is the spice of life, then consider Minneapolis well-seasoned. SN Social read more Supermarket News
Spartan Q1 Earnings, Comps Down
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Spartan Stores here on Wednesday said net earnings were down by 22% in the fiscal first quarter resulting in part from impairment charges and from fees … Continue Reading →