Serendipity is a wonderful phenomenon. Flash back to 2004. The gluten-free diet trend was just hitting the U.S. market with sudden force. Over the next several years, gluten-free would grow at an annual rate approaching 30 percent, forever leaving its imprint on the food industry.
PLMA's 2019 Private Label Trade Show, produced by the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA), will be held from November 17 to 19 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, located minutes away from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
When it comes to equipment like ovens and proofers, internet connectivity, wider and larger machines, artisanal production methods, shorter bake times, reversible belts, energy efficiency and improved cleaning and sanitation are all top considerations in today’s market.
Country Archer Jerky Co. will launch two new Mini Beef Stick innovations at Expo East: an on-the-go 3-Pack of meat sticks and an 8-Pack of individually wrapped meat sticks in a bag for bulk purchase.
Sun-Maid will be re-launching its Sour Raisin Snacks this summer—a pleasantly surprising, sweet yet tangy twist on raisins that kids and even parents will enjoy!
Founder Daniel Lubetzky to move into executive chairman role.
September 12, 2019
Founder Daniel Lubetzky, who’s served as ceo for 15 years, will move into the company’s executive chairman role. He’s succeeded by Mike Barkley, who joined KIND last fall as president and coo.