Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Midwest

J.M. Smucker Co. Names Scheidler As SVP, General Manager

Orrville, Ohio-based J.M. Smucker Co. has appointed Rebecca Scheidler as SVP and general manager, consumer foods, effective Jan. 16. Scheidler assumes the role from Tina Floyd, who will step down Jan. 13 to pursue an opportunity as CEO for Hudsonville Ice Cream. “Tina has been an integral part of our company and infused passion and strategic vision into the consumer foods business,” said John […]

Posted inCenter Store, Northeast

Survey Results Show Consumers Prefer Some Spice In Food

Consumers prefer some level of heat in their food, according to a new survey commissioned by Hunt Valley, Maryland-based Frank’s RedHot.  The survey explored personality correlations between people who are spicy food enthusiasts, targeting adults who celebrate winter holidays. Some of the key findings: Ninety-three percent of respondents prefer some level of heat in their […]

Posted inCenter Store, West

Torani Names 2023 Flavor Of The Year: Toasted Black Sesame

San Leandro, California-based Torani has revealed its 2023 Pourcast Flavor of the Year: Puremade Toasted Black Sesame Syrup. The flavor joins the company’s lineup of more than 150 syrups and sauces. According to the company, the syrup leans into two major consumer trends. The first is “culinary tourism,” characterized by consumers’ desire to experience other cultures. The second […]

Posted inCenter Store, Southeast

Mars Acquires Whole-Fruit Snacking Brand Trü Frü

McLean, Virginia-based Mars Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire Trü Frü, a whole-fruit snacking brand, from its founders and management team. Trü Frü’s snacks are made from real fruit and are covered in chocolate. The snacks are available in a frozen and shelf-stable format. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and expected to […]

Posted inCenter Store, Southwest

Ardent Mills Releases Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Denver, Colorado-based Ardent Mills has released its 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility report. The report outlines the company’s progress toward transforming how the world is nourished, including advancement against commitments aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. “Despite another year of challenges for our industry, we remained resolute in our commitments to our people, customers, suppliers, consumers, […]

Posted inCenter Store, National

Church & Dwight Selects IRI As Market Insights Partner

Church & Dwight Co. Inc, a household and personal care products manufacturer, has selected IRI as its market insights partner. Church & Dwight is using IRI’s research to help drive speed to innovation, improve shopper activation across omnichannel and enhance productivity through integrated decision support. The partnership will identify pockets of growth within Church & […]