Easterbrook to replace Thompson as McDonald’s President, CEO
The Board of Directors of McDonald’s Corp. has announced that Don Thompson will retire as President and CEO and as a member of the Board of Directors after nearly 25 … Continue Reading →
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McDonald’s shuns GM potato
According to the Idaho Statesman, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has approved Idaho-based J.R. Simplot Co.’s new genetically modified potato. IFT Daily News
McDonald’s to boost food safety efforts in China
According to Reuters, McDonald’s will increase the number of audits it conducts of suppliers in China, after a food scandal in July dented China sales. IFT Daily News
McDonald’s names new USA President
McDonald’s Corp. has announced Jeff Stratton, McDonald’s USA President, has made the decision to retire after 41 years with the company. IFT Daily News
McDonald’s coffee headed for supermarkets
McDonald’s and Kraft have partnered to launch packaged McDonald’s McCafé-brand coffee in supermarkets and other food retailers nationwide beginning in early 2015. read more Supermarket News
McDonald’s offers two weeks of free coffee
To attract customers during breakfast hours, McDonald’s will offer free coffee at participating stores across the U.S. from March 31-April 13. Publication Info read more Supermarket News
Food News Today: McDonald’s Branches Out (Video)
In Food News Today, Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert discusses: Mexico fights obesity with taxes; McDonald’s branches out; the Pumpkin Tap Kit; and “Summertime Salads” viewer video. read more Supermarket News
McDonalds, Burger King stray from advertising guidelines for kids
Fast food television commercials aimed at children ages 2–11 did not comply with self-imposed guidelines organized through the Better Business Bureau (BBB) during a one-year study period, according to a … Continue Reading →
Video: McDonald’s Offers Healthier Choices
SN Editor-in-Chief David Orgel talks to Richard Junge, bakery category manager for McDonald’s Menu Innovation and Development, about the fast-food chain’s healthier menu. read more Supermarket News
McDonald’s Receives MSC Seafood Certification
OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald’s received the Marine-Stewardship Council’s chain of custody certification for its seafood sourcing after undergoing a third-party audit late last year, the chain announced on Thursday. … Continue Reading →