California almond acreage drops again in 2024 Total acreage dropped by about 40,000 acres from the last crop year. SF&WB Staff November 20, 2024 This is the first time in at least three decades that almond acreage dropped three consecutive years. Read More
Jersey Mike’s serves ownership state to Blackstone The growing sandwich chain has sold a stake in its operation to the private equity outfit. SF&WB Staff November 20, 2024 Founder and CEO Peter Cancro will continue to lead the business and hold an equity stake in the expanding sandwich chain.Read More
tna launches intelli-assist XR technology The extended reality solution aims to help producers streamline and minimize risks. SF&WB Staff November 20, 2024 The extended reality solution aims to help snack and bakery producers streamline and minimize risks.Read More
IBA previews 2025 bakery industry event Still about six months away, exhibit space for the international baking trade fair is 95% booked. SF&WB Staff November 20, 2024 Scheduled May 18‒22 in Düsseldorf, the trade fair is geared toward confectionery and baking professionals.Read More
Bauli expands into U.S. with NYC kiosk The Italian bakery brand is launching a shopping experience ahead of the holidays. SF&WB Staff November 20, 2024 Bauli’s holiday products, including the classic Panettone and Pandoro, will be available for purchase at the kiosk. Read More
ABA announces leadership transition for professionals group The previous chair ended his tenure last week after 16 years. SF&WB Staff November 19, 2024 Dawn Foods’ Ahmet Hepdogan Succeeds Grupo Bimbo’s Hayden Wands.Read More
Campbell Soup Co. changes to The Campbell's Company Shareholders overwhelmingly approved the change in company name. SF&WB Staff November 19, 2024 The new name reflects the company's transformed portfolio and honors its 155-year history,Read More
PLMA announces winners of Salute to Excellence Awards Walmart leads the list of retailers honored for private-label innovation. SF&WB Staff November 19, 2024 Albertsons, Amazon, Kroger Co., Southeastern Grocers, Target, Topco, and Whole Foods among many other winners.Read More
Country Archer Provisions expands sticks to Whole Foods The brand's Ancestral Beef Blend Meat Stick is now available at the retailer. Liz Parker Kuhn November 19, 2024 Country Archer’s Ancestral Beef Blend Meat Stick offers 7 g of protein in each 24 g stick, and is crafted with 80% grass-fed beef, 10% beef liver, 10% beef heart, and zero added sugar. Read More
Panera Brands reveals new board appointments The appointments aim to further strengthen the board's industry experience. SF&WB Staff November 18, 2024 Patrick Griesmer was announces as board chair, and David Deno joins as audit committee chair.Read More