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Hormel announces planned retirement

PJ Connor, group VP of retail sales, will be succeeded by Natosha Walsh.

October 30, 2025

PJ Connor, group vice president of retail sales, will retire in spring 2026 following a 30-year career with the company. Natosha Walsh, currently vice president of retail sales–West, will succeed Connor.

Busy schedules fuel the hunger for frozen snacks

Nibbling on heat-and-eat foods offers increasing appeal to on-the-go consumers.

Alex Zavistovich

October 29, 2025

Younger snacking generations especially prefer easy grazing to prepping and eating full meals.

Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Sweet Potato Littles

Dr. Praeger's Littles enters Walmart

The BFY bites expand distribution following continued growth.

SF&WB Staff

October 28, 2025

The arrival of the BFY brand's top-selling line at Walmart reflects continued consumer demand and retailer interest in veggie-forward options.

Innovation flavors HI-CHEW recipe for growth

The Japanese company, popular with consumers in its home country, is increasingly appealing to U.S. candy buyers.

Bailee Henderson

October 28, 2025

Teruhiro (Terry) Kawabe, chief representative for the USA & president, CEO of Morinaga America, Inc., discusses the history of HI-CHEW and recent innovations like the new Halloween Mystery Mix.

Giant inflatable Sour Patch Kid next to house at night

Fun Friday: Totino's recipe hack, Doughboy celebrates six decades, Aldi throws budget Thanksgiving party

If you're stuck for Halloween candy this year, Mondelēz can help in a big way.

Jenni Spinner

October 24, 2025

Is your favorite Halloween candy made in the Windy City? Look inside this week's Fun Friday roundup to find out.

ADM outlines 2026 flavor and color trends

Key trends include 'authentic wellbeing,' 'give me more,' and 'newstalgia dreamland'

SF&WB Staff

October 23, 2025

ADM's 2026 Flavor and Color Outlook identifies three key areas expected to influence consumer preferences in the coming year.

Planters Special Reserve peanuts make comeback

The seasonal snack returns for a limited time, starting on National Nut Day (Oct. 22).

SF&WB Staff

October 22, 2025

Grown on small acreage in VA, the extra-large, skin-on peanuts are positioned for holiday gifting and snacking occasions.

Flowers Foods names CFO

D. Anthony Scaglione brings experience from several multi-billion-dollar organizations.

SF&WB Staff

October 21, 2025

A CPA experienced in core finance functions and strategy, D. Anthony Scaglione will succeed Steve Kinsey effective January 1, 2026.

‘Snacking is personal’: Kellanova outlines trends to know

An expert from the company details what shoppers are seeking in their snack buys.

Jenni Spinner

October 21, 2025

When selecting sweet or savory treats, consumers are looking for both indulgence and BFY benefits, according to the company.

EATS 2025 offers expanded experience

The show FKA Process Expo returns with new on-floor demos and programming,

SF&WB Staff

October 20, 2025

EATS 2025 (formerly Process Expo) will feature operational production lines, a new culinary feature called EATS Kitchen, sector stages, and the Innovation Awards.