Oviedo, Florida-based Duda Farm Fresh Foods has announced Mark Bassetti, former COO and SVP, as the subsidiary’s new president. “Mark brings 31 years of experience to the role and is incredibly qualified, with both industry knowledge and the leadership traits necessary to lead Duda Farm Fresh Foods successfully,” said Barton Weeks, COO. “Because of the unique demands of […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
eGrowcery, AdAdapted Help Retailers Grow Digital Footprint
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based eGrowcery and AdAdapted are partnering to help retailers grow their digital footprint and related sales. The move will also support efforts by CPG brands to personalize the shopping experience and drive engagement, purchase intent and increased spend on retailers’ digital advertising platforms. “This partnership is all about eGrowcery and AdAdapted driving more platform eyeballs and enabling […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Chex Mix Collaborates With Sir Mix-A-Lot On Bagel Chips
Minneapolis-based Chex Mix is bringing its bagel chip back to Traditional Chex Mix bags. To announce the launch, the company has partnered with Sir Mix-A-Lot to release a remix of his song, “Baby Got Back.” The duo teamed up to create a snack-inspired remix and corresponding music video, aptly titled “Bagel is Back.” “You can’t […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Freshpet Advances Operational Improvement Plan With New Hire
Secaucus, New Jersey-based Freshpet has named Jay Dahlgren as EVP of manufacturing, technology and supply chain. This appointment supports Freshpet’s operational improvement plan to drive margin expansion, support long-term growth and improve profitability. The plan was developed by its leadership team and board in August and contains a roadmap to add manufacturing and supply chain […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Midwest
Cargill Announces CFO Transition
Minneapolis-based Cargill has announced that Jamie Miller will step down as CFO to accept an opportunity outside the company. Joanne Knight will serve as Cargill’s acting CFO. “We are grateful for Jamie’s service to Cargill,” said Brian Sikes, president and CEO. “Over the last few years, we have further strengthened our business model, expanded our business portfolio, and are well-positioned for long-term success.” […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Tyson Foods Appoints Deckinger As General Counsel, Secretary
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has named Adam Deckinger as general counsel and secretary, effective immediately. Deckinger has been with the company since 2018, most recently serving as SVP, head of law and compliance. He will report to Donnie King, president and CEO. Deckinger will succeed Amy Tu, chief legal officer and secretary, who was named […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
FFP To Highlight Portfolio At IPPE Expo In Atlanta
Florida Food Products Inc., a formulator and producer of vegetable and fruit-based clean label ingredient solutions, will highlight its portfolio Jan. 24-26 during the International Production and Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Attendees are invited to visit FFP’s booth No. BC9419 to discover how to ditch synthetic ingredients in meat and poultry products with FFP’s […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Cascade Platinum Debuts New Innovation With No Prewash
Cincinnati-based Cascade has debuted Cascade Platinum Plus, a cleaning system that allows users to skip extra steps with no prewash or rewash. To develop its formula upgrade, Cascade tested 10 prototype formulations and 13,000 test pods to perfect the Cascade Platinum Plus ActionPac. The formula is comprised of cleaning ingredients to hydrate and scrub dried-on food, […]