Flowers Foods names chief DSD operations officer The company has also appointed a new SVP, cake. SF&WB Staff February 10, 2026 The appointee has more than 30 years of experience with the company.Read More
Give your valentine the gift of candy, snacks, or baked goods The hearts-and-flowers holiday is a great time to give edible treats. Jenni Spinner February 10, 2026 For those whose love language is edible gifts, consider these candy, take-and-bake, and savory options.Read More
FDA to expand allowed uses of 'no artificial color' claim Snacks, bakery items with "natural" dyes can now use the label on their packaging. SF&WB Staff February 9, 2026 The org is broadening the allowed uses of the claim as part of its efforts to encourage the industry to phase out petroleum-based synthetic food dyes.Read More
Expo West's Nexty Awards reveals 2026 finalists Brands vying for the awards include Doughlicious, YumEarth, and more. SF&WB Staff February 6, 2026 The products, evaluated on the pillars of innovation, inspiration, and integrity, represent the cutting edge of the natural products industry, the org says.Read More
J.M. Smucker Co. taps Katie Williams as CMO She will report to the company's CEO and chair of the board, effective March 9. SF&WB Staff February 6, 2026 Gail Hollander, CMO, who previously announced her intent to retire, will remain with the organization in an advisory role until April 30. Read More
Eti Gida acquires Trubar for $173 million The brand's founder and leadership team will remain in place. SF&WB Staff February 6, 2026 The acquisition aims to position the snack brand to scale further across North America while expanding into new international markets.Read More
Fun Friday, Super Bowl edition: Krispy Kreme and Aldi deals, SNAC International data, Farm Rich Hosting Packs Pinkbox Doughnuts reveals its Big Game lineup of bakery treats. February 6, 2026 Check out sneak peeks of Big Game ads from Nerds, Totino's, Ritz, and Lay's. Read More
Magnolia Bakery taps Nathan Louer as CEO The hire most recently served as chief brand officer for Jamba. SF&WB Staff February 5, 2026 The former Jimmy John's executive will aim to shepherd franchise and retail growth for the NYC bakery.Read More
SNAC International announces new president and CEO The new hire brings more than 25 years of experience in the food industry to the role. SF&WB Staff February 4, 2026 Cindy Kuester's proven leadership and deep understanding of the snack industry make her the ideal choice to lead the org, it says.Read More
Blue Stripes morphs cacao waste into a superfood snack The founder discusses the company's mission to turn discarded material into BFY bites Jenni Spinner February 4, 2026 The company reports it has upcycled 2 million lbs of cacao fruit (normally discarded in chocolate production) as of this January.Read More