Swartzel returns to Aseptia
Aseptia, a technology company and innovator in aseptic heating and process validation technologies, has announced that Kenneth Swartzel has returned to the company as science advisor. IFT Daily News
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Organic Trade Association unveils new global organic trade guide
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has released a new and enhanced “International Organic Trade Resource Guide.” IFT Daily News
Jimmy John’s sells majority stake to Roark Capital
Jimmy John’s Sandwiches, a fast-casual restaurant brand in the United States, has announced that an affiliate of Roark Capital Group, an Atlanta-based private equity firm that focuses on franchise and … Continue Reading →
IFF to acquire David Michael
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has entered into an agreement to acquire David Michael & Company. IFT Daily News
Evaluating the authenticity of extra virgin olive oil
A study published in the Journal of Food Science demonstrates the potential of using near-infrared spectroscopy to screen extra virgin olive oils (EVOO) for authenticity. IFT Daily News
Bayer shells out $66 billion for Monsanto
According to Reuters, Bayer has won over U.S. seeds firm Monsanto with an improved takeover offer of around $ 66 billion, ending months of wrangling after increasing its bid for … Continue Reading →
Lunchtime foodservice visits take a hit
Foodservice lunch, which accounts for a third of all foodservice traffic, has posted consecutively steeper declines over the past six months, reports The NPD Group, a global information company. IFT … Continue Reading →
USDA to partner with Israel on agricultural science
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an enhanced funding partnership with Israel to better leverage new agricultural research for mutual scientific benefit. IFT Daily News
Post to acquire National Pasteurized Eggs
Post Holdings has agreed to acquire National Pasteurized Eggs (NPE), a producer of pasteurized shell eggs, including all-natural, cage-free, and hard boiled eggs. IFT Daily News
McDonald’s names Kempczinski new USA president
McDonald’s has announced the retirement of U.S. President Mike Andres and the subsequent appointment of Chris Kempczinski, executive vice president of strategy, business development, and innovation, to lead the U.S. … Continue Reading →