Packaged Foods News
See what’s cooking in the food manufacturing industry. Discover what’s new in food processing and packaging. This section includes information about innovations in seafood processing; freezing techniques; canning operations; and mergers and acquisitions, licensing and marketing by food manufacturers.
T5 Foundation Hosts Seafood Fest at KIPP Miami Which Includes Movie Night - a Family Event in South Florida
The T5 Foundation, a cornerstone of community engagement and support, is thrilled to announce a unique, two-part family event that celebrates the rich culinary and cultural tapestry of South Florida. On Saturday, April 20, 2024, join us for a day of exquisite seafood, engaging activities, and an... - April 12, 2024 - T5 Foundation
Lola Snacks Introduces Revolutionary Gut Health Product on WeFunder Platform with $100K Already Raised
We are thrilled to announce Lola Snacks' launch on WeFunder with $100K already raised. We're on a mission to redefine gut health. Join us in empowering wellness and sustainability. - April 04, 2024 - Lola Snacks
Knouse Foods Celebrates 75 Years of Heritage and History
Knouse Foods, a leading producer of high-quality apple sauce, pie fillings, and apple juices in the food industry, is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Over the years, Knouse Foods’ two most popular brands, Musselman’s Apple Sauce and Lucky Leaf Fruit Fillings, have grown in... - April 04, 2024 - Knouse Foods Inc.
Cafe Spice Launches New Retail Combo Meals for the New Year
The Sofi award winner for their Chicken Tikka Masala, introduces new notable selections of their Indian ready to heat meals in select stores across the nation. - February 28, 2024 - Cafe Spice
Independent Computer Consulting Group Bolsters Its Solution Offering for Process Manufacturing Businesses with Infor Cloudsuite PLM for Process (Optiva)
By streamlining and enhancing product quality assurance processes and refining recipe management capabilities, this solution simplifies and centralizes the intricate operations inherent in process manufacturing, ensuring consistent excellence in product quality, compliance, and efficiency across the production lifecycle. - February 16, 2024 - ICCG
Superior Grocers Expands Its Reach with the Grand Opening of 72nd Store in Dinuba, CA
The grand opening ceremony was attended by local elected officials, including: · Mayor Maribel Reynosa · Vice Mayor Rachel Nerio-Guerrero · Councilmember Kuldip Thusu · Eddie Valero – Supervisor, District Four, County of Tulare Their presence highlights the... - February 12, 2024 - Superior Grocers
Family-Owned Boone Labs and Melk Cannabis Unite to Elevate Michigan's Cannabis Culture
Boone Labs, a distinguished family-owned and operated cannabis processing facility in Michigan, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Melk Cannabis, a premium solventless brand celebrated for its commitment to excellence and vibrant contributions to the cannabis community. This... - January 24, 2024 - Boone Labs
Nicola’s Marketplace Bronze Die Pasta Available Nationwide
Italian chef will be donating a pound of pasta to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey for every order placed on their online store. - December 04, 2023 - Nicola's Marketplace
eBacMap, LLC and Charm Sciences, Inc., Launch Automated API Integration of Charm’s ATP Data in the eBacMap® Environmental Monitoring and Reporting Platform
eBacMap, LLC, a software developer of environmental mapping, tracking and trending for the food manufacturing industry, in collaboration with Charm Sciences, Inc., a leading provider of real-time sanitation monitoring tests and other innovative food safety solutions, is proud to announce the launch... - November 30, 2023 - eBacMap
IC Formulations, Developer of A Better Gummy®, and Incredo LTD Announce an Exclusive Nutraceutical Gummy Partnership
IC Formulations, an innovative formulator and manufacturer of nutritional supplements and the developer of A Better Gummy®, gummy vitamins and Incredo LTD, a food tech company and developer of Incredo® Sugar, an award-winning sugar-based sugar reduction solution, announce an exclusive gummy... - October 29, 2023 - IC Formulations
Baja Vida Snacks Announces Exciting Partnership with NASCAR Xfinity Driver John Hunter Nemechek
Baja Vida Snacks, the trailblazing creators of bold, Baja-inspired snacks and seasonings, are thrilled to announce a dynamic new partnership with NASCAR Xfinity driver John Hunter Nemechek. In the spirit of Baja Vida's adventurous ethos, this partnership brings together the world of high-speed... - October 07, 2023 - Baja Vida Snacks, LLC
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s Newest Releases, Are Ready to Expand Further Into the Singaporean Market
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s newest releases, are ready to expand further into the Singaporean market through Shopee, the biggest online shopping platform in Singapore. - September 23, 2023 - Ilkwang Corp.
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s Newest Releases, Are Ready to Expand Further Into the Indian Market Through Amazon India
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s newest releases, are ready to expand further into the Indian market through Amazon India, the biggest online shopping platform in India. - September 22, 2023 - Ilkwang Corp.
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s Newest Releases, Are Ready to Expand Further Into the Saudi Arabian Market
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s newest releases, are ready to expand further into the Saudi Arabian market through Amazon and Wadi, the biggest online shopping platform in Saudi Arabia. The company is targeting the Saudi Arabian market through online... - September 20, 2023 - Ilkwang Corp.
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s Newest Releases, Are Ready to Expand Further Into the Vietnamese Market Through Shopee
Mango Jelly (250g) and Red Bean Candy (280g), Ilkwang Confectionery’s newest releases, are ready to expand further into the Vietnamese market through Shopee, the biggest online shopping platform in Vietnam. Ilkwang Confectionery is planning to continue its rapid growth in the snack production industry by introducing new types of products such as its Mango Jelly and Red Bean Candy. - September 14, 2023 - Ilkwang Corp.
Brown & Haley Candy Co. Celebrates 100 Years of ALMOND ROCA with the Unveiling of Its Historic Neon Clock
Brown & Haley Candy is thrilled to announce the Celebration of the 100th Birthday of its most famous brand, ALMOND ROCA®. This momentous occasion will take place on October 10, 2023, at 11 a.m., right outside the historic Brown & Haley Candy factory located in Tacoma, Washington. - September 13, 2023 - Brown & Haley
Ilkwang Confectionery Launches "Mango Jelly (250g) & Red Bean Candy (280g)"
On the 29th, Ilkwang Confectionery announced the launch of its two new products, Mango Jelly and Red Bean Candy. Since its establishment in 1969, Ilkwang Confectionery has been dedicated to the production, development, and sales of jelly, candy, and caramel, and has been exporting candies and... - September 04, 2023 - Ilkwang Corp.
"Can I Have That, Mom?" - More Than Anyone, Kids Influence Our Impulse Buying Behaviors
Nearly 94% of kids ask for purchases from a parent at grocery stores, and it’s at the grocer where parents are the most open to influence from their kids when it comes to food. In general, children seem to have a significant influence on product decisions for which they will be the primary consumer. - July 25, 2023 - Goldenberry Farms
RTL Food Consulting Unveils Ready to Launch Online Courses for Food Industry Entrepreneurs
Have you thought about starting a food business and don’t know where to start? RTL Food Consulting launches online courses for aspiring food entrepreneurs beginning on July 11, 2023. They offer a variety of courses designed to help you every step of the way as you bring your food product to market. Christine Welch, Founder of RTL (Ready to Launch) Food Consulting, has worked with many food companies guiding them through various aspects of launching a food product. - July 05, 2023 - RTL Food Consulting, LLC
Kid-Friendly Ramboos Prepare to Take Center Stage in Grocers' Produce Sections
Goldenberry Farms expands its popular, family-friendly offerings for the 2023 season with the expansion of its award-winning rambutan product line, featuring new “Legend of Ramboo” characters and seasonal variations. - June 16, 2023 - Goldenberry Farms
ReadyWise Simple Kitchen Now Available on Walmart.com
ReadyWise Simple Kitchen products are available on Walmart.com. ReadyWise Simple Kitchen makes eating nutritious and delicious meals and snacks simple. ReadyWise has over 100 products available through Walmart.com. - June 16, 2023 - ReadyWise
Superior Grocers Promotes Miguel Alarcon to Senior Vice President of Operations
Superior Grocers promotes Miguel Alarcon to Senior Vice President of Operations. Alarcon will continue to oversee the efficient operations of Superior Grocers and The Market by Superior’s 49 locations, which together employ over 5,000 associates. With over 40 years of experience in the... - April 03, 2023 - Superior Grocers
Superior Grocers Announces Tom Finn as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Merchandising
Superior Grocers, a leading independent grocery chain, appoints Tom Finn as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Merchandising. This change in leadership will help guide the company's continued growth and success. - April 03, 2023 - Superior Grocers
Howl at the Spoon Introduces Their Line of Convenient Single-Serve Sauces
Instead of wishing a healthy solution to convenient flavor existed, Melanie, the founder of Howl at the Spoon®, started experimenting with flavor profiles in her home kitchen before bringing her product idea to fruition. As a cookbook author and Creative Director, Melanie combined her... - April 01, 2023 - Howl at the Spoon
Lita’s Mexican Foods Inc. Included in Game Changers Report
Lita’s Mexican Foods Inc. is thrilled to announce their inclusion in Game Changers: Leading Companies. Powered by Women, an initiative led by Natural Products Canada (NPC) that provides an interesting look at the women leading Canada’s growing natural and bio-based industries. - March 31, 2023 - Lita's Mexican Foods Inc.
The Fruit Company® Expands Tourism Operations with Acquisition of Mount Hood Railroad
The renowned gourmet gifting company is quickly becoming a top tourism destination in the Pacific Northwest. - March 27, 2023 - The Fruit Company
Blank Slate Kitchen Releases Zhug
Blank Slate Kitchen, the innovative culinary company known for their unique specialty foods, including the only domestically-produced Sichuan Chili Oil, have just introduced the first small-batch, shelf-stable and nationally available Zhug. An herby hot sauce of Yemeni origin, Zhug has been floated... - March 09, 2023 - Blank Slate Kitchen
NC Chips Manufacturer Tackles Food Waste & Emissions Through Sustainability
Southern Snacks, an NC snack company, has announced its commitment to reducing food waste and promoting sustainability through its line of snacks made from rescued "imperfect" sweet potatoes that would otherwise go to waste. The company is working towards reducing methane emissions from food waste sent to landfills by sourcing its ingredients locally and baking its snacks with organic coconut oil. By supporting Southern Snacks, consumers help sustainability and get better-for-you snacks. - March 06, 2023 - Southern Snacks
Coast Package Material Launches Innovative Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Coast Package Material serves multiple industries with safe and sustainable pouches. Since these pouches are demanded far and wide in the world. - January 28, 2023 - Coast Package Material
Tartis LLC Launches Online Store for Authentic Gluten Free Italian Soft Almond Cookies
Tartis, a small family-owned business, is excited to announce the launch of their new online store, www.pizzicotti.com, offering their delicious and authentic gluten free Italian style soft almond cookies to customers all over the country. - January 24, 2023 - Tartis LLC
28 Women Execs in the Food Industry Earn Honors
28 women in the frozen and refrigerated foods industries are honored by their peers and the editors of Frozen & Refrigerated Buyer magazine. - January 18, 2023 - Frozen & Refrigerated Buyer
Superior Grocers Announces Richard Wardwell as President & CEO
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains currently operating 70 locations, is pleased to announce Richard Wardwell as President & CEO effective January 30, 2023. Wardwell brings more than 40 years of grocery retail experience. He began his... - January 17, 2023 - Superior Grocers
Tenzo Launches New Product: Single Serve Matcha Packets
Tenzo, a leading provider of organic ceremonial matcha, is excited to announce the launch of their newest product: Single Serve Matcha Packets. Each box contains 10 individually wrapped packets, making it easy to enjoy matcha on the go. Since launching in 2016, Tenzo has worked with a top tea... - January 09, 2023 - Tenzo
Livwell Foods Announces Launch at Northeast Fresh Market Locations
LIVWELL Foods, a local New York company with a line of plant based pasta sauces, today announces that the full collection is now available at 16 The Fresh Market stores across NY, MA, NJ, PA, MD, and CT. “We’ve made incredible progress in terms of growing our presence in the retail... - January 07, 2023 - Livwell Foods
True Nopal Cactus Water, the Original Cactus Water, Kicks Off 2023 Healthy and Hydrated Campaign
True Nopal Cactus Water, The Original Cactus Water, Kicks off 2023 Healthy and Hydrated campaign. This refreshing and hydrating beverage is made with 100% natural and organic, sustainably sourced cactus water and is packed with essential electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals. Not only is True Nopal... - January 03, 2023 - True Nopal Ventures LLC
Tenzo Launches a Matcha Holiday Bundle for Black Friday Sale; 30% Off
Tenzo is launching a Tenzo Holiday Bundle starting November 25, 2022. This Tenzo Holiday bundle will include 60 grams of organic ceremonial Tenzo matcha, a reusable storage tin, a measuring scoop, an electric mixer, and a glass matcha tumbler. This deal will be on sale at 30% off from November 25... - November 23, 2022 - Tenzo
Jolly Legal Cannabis Unveils Their New Product Lines and Explains Their Quickly-Rising Brand
Jolly Cannabis is reaching even deeper into the cannabis industry to meet the needs of more consumers. CBD and THC soft chews, disposables and tinctures are coming soon to the Jolly Cannabis product lineup. - November 05, 2022 - Jolly Cannabis
Small Business Turns Double Digits
Sweet Candy Café Marks 10th Anniversary - October 24, 2022 - Sweet Candy Café
BeLeaf Plant-Based Foods' Konjac Shrimp Wins Coveted Best Plant-Based Seafood Award at FoodBev Media's World Plant-Based Awards 2022
www.beleafvegan.com BeLeaf Plant-Based Foods’ Konjac Shrimp has been recognized as Best plant–based seafood winning the coveted award at the World Plant-Based Awards 2022 hosted by FoodBev Media in association with Plant Based World Expo. Edging out stiff competition in this up and... - October 05, 2022 - BeLeaf Plant-Based Foods
Superior Grocers Opens New Location in Santa Paula, CA
Today, Superior Grocers opens their 70th store in Santa Paula, CA at 280 E Harvard Blvd. The store opened under the banner, The Market by Superior. A full-service Supermarket featuring the largest selection of Produce in Santa Paula, Grocery, Liquor, Fresh Quality Meat, a large assortment of baked... - September 15, 2022 - Superior Grocers
Vgarden Expands Into Australia with Cale & Daughters to Bring Healthy and Delicious Plant-Based Foods to the Region
Gan Shmuel Health Industries & Agricultural Cooperative Society Unveil New Factory as Demand for Vegan Specialties & Conscious Food Production Alternatives Grows - September 05, 2022 - Vgarden
Bald Man Brewing to Release the Suburbs "Love is the Law Pub Ale" on 8/20 to Bring Everyone Together Over a Beer in the Name of Love and Rock & Roll
The Bald Man Brewing is very excited to announce a branded beer called 'The Suburb's Love is the Law Pub Ale"' which will be introduced at Bald Man Brewing 6th Birthday Concert Event concert in Eagan on 8/20. - August 04, 2022 - Bald Man Brewing
Russ Davis Wholesale Product Recall
Russ Davis Wholesale, Inver Grove Heights, MN, is voluntarily recalling multiple fruit and vegetable products produced by their Inver Grove Heights, MN facility. - August 01, 2022 - Russ Davis Wholesale
Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberry (Lot # 2021363-1 & 2022026-1) Due to Levels of Lead
BrandStorm Inc. announced it is voluntarily recalling 2 lots of Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberry (lot # 2021363-1 & 2022026-1) pouches because of the presence or potential presence of lead above the FDA's recommended limits, per the serving size specified on the nutritional facts panel. People... - July 17, 2022 - Natierra
Superior Grocers Acquires Numero Uno
Superior Grocers, a Southern California grocery retailer, announced today that it has acquired Numero Uno, an independent chain of 22 Hispanic retail grocery stores in Southern California. Superior Grocers will now operate 69 grocery stores in Southern California. Richard Wardwell, President of... - July 14, 2022 - Superior Grocers
Go Sake! Sparkling Sake is Summer Formed in Bubbles
Japanese food is becoming increasingly popular. The number of japanese restaurants has increased rapidly in recent years, which is consistent with the widespread growing acceptance of japanese food and drinking culture. Japanese sake in particular was able to benefit from this development and is... - July 13, 2022 - Go-Sake
J&M Foods Issues Voluntary Recall of Favorite Day, Lavender Shortbread Cookie Bites
J&M Foods Issues a Voluntary Recall on a Select Lot Number of Favorite Day, Lavender Shortbread Cookies Due to the Packages Contain Chocolate Chip Cookies That Do Not Disclose the Correct Allergens J&M Foods is initiating a voluntary recall because a select number of the Lavender... - July 01, 2022 - J&M Foods, Inc.
Coffee Company Supporting Dog Rescues Throughout the U.S.
Specialty Coffee Company, The Bully Bean Coffee, has announced that a portion of their proceeds will go to help rescue dogs as well as police dogs and military dogs after retirement. Many rescues are in great need of funds so when The Bully Bean learned how great the need was, they were quick to... - June 26, 2022 - The Bully Bean
Belse Gourmet Vegan Restaurant and Brewery Opened in the Bowery
Belse Plant Cuisine, a gourmet vegan restaurant, brewery and bar located at 265 Bowery, opened Tuesday, June 14 in over 11,000 newly-designed square feet. It features upscale vegan cuisine on separate lunch, dinner, late-night and weekend brunch menus, as well as craft beers made daily at its on-site brewery. There is a full-service bar with Belse signature wines, an extensive drink menu, and a large selection of spirit-free drinks. - June 15, 2022 - Belse Restaurant
Chocolate Gift Box of Treats for Every Occasion
The Chocolate Spectrum Café and Academy, a retail and wholesale operation that trains and employs individuals with special needs, has just launched a new line of chocolate gift boxes, Gift Box of Treats for Every Occasion. These Gift Boxes include Chocolate Treats: Fudge, decorated chocolate bars, truffles, molded chocolates, chocolate covered Oreos and chocolate covered pretzel rods. These items are presented in a smart and sturdy thematically-colored gift box with a colorful label. - June 10, 2022 - The Chocolate Spectrum