The Coca-Cola Company has announced that its board of directors has approved unanimously the recommendation of Chairman and CEO Muhtar Kent for an evolution of the company’s senior leadership structure. … Continue Reading →
Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that Hani El-Naffy, president and chief operating officer, will start to transition his role as an officer of the company, with the transition beginning … Continue Reading →
According to Reuters, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Commissioner Margaret Hamburg is stepping down at the end of March 2015. IFT Daily News
After serving as CEO of the Barry Callebaut Group since August 2009, Juergen Steinemann has decided to step down from his executive function by the end of fiscal year 2014/15. … Continue Reading →
By Kelly Gates Consumers are now asking for sculptured or tiered wedding cakes that tout contemporary designs and sophisticated flavor profiles for both batters and fillings. read more Supermarket News
The Grocery Manufacturers Association, which backs a federal bill that would preempt states from legislative efforts to require labeling of GM foods, says that a Vermont measure to mandate labeling … Continue Reading →
New research shows that consumers are becoming increasingly demanding and as a result they will be less forgiving with retailers (especially food retailers selling perishables). read more Supermarket News
From Ahold to Sprouts, retailers are taking steps to further personalize their interactions with shoppers. read more Supermarket News
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that Elisabeth Hagen plans to leave her position as Under Secretary for Food Safety in mid-December. IFT Daily News
