Brisket emerges as premium pizza topping: Hormel Foods Consumers are also seeking spicy varieties, like Calabrian chili. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 The snack company has identified dominant emerging trends for pizza toppings.Read More
PACK EXPO to showcase packaging, processing solutions Approximately 48,000 industry professionals are slated to attend this year's event. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 The show will reportedly be the largest in its history, featuring 1.3 million net square feet of exhibit space and more than 2,600 exhibitors.Read More
Better-for-you pizza brand Yough snags investment The company's products use crusts made from Greek yogurt. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 The launch places the company in just under 2,000 Target stores nationwide, marking a significant retail debut for a new frozen pizza brand.Read More
Duke legend Mike Krzyzewski to speak at IDDBA show The bakery conference will host the 12-time National Coach of the Year. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 The former university men’s basketball coach will be part of the the conference's speaker lineup, set to take place June 7–9 in Orlando, FL.Read More
Valeo Foods acquires sweet snack company Prestige-96 The Bulgarian company makes sandwich biscuits, wafers, and mini cakes. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 The company's eighth acquisition since 2022 reinforces its ambition to strengthen its position as Europe’s leading sweet treats champion.Read More
Flexible Packaging Association reveals award winners Snack, bakery, and candy products were among the innovations honored. SF&WB Staff March 19, 2026 From cutting-edge materials to sustainability driven design, this year’s competition showcased the industry’s rapid evolution, culminating in 36 awards across 28 flexible packages.Read More
NRA Show honors 28 products with 2026 FABI awards Submissions were evaluated on taste, menu relevance, and more. SF&WB Staff March 18, 2026 Celebrating 15 years, the awards honor standout snack products, baked goods, and more that address operator needs and evolving consumer tastes.Read More
Joseph's Bakery aims to reinvigorate Tumaro's brand The acquired company is reportedly known for its Carb Wise wraps. SF&WB Staff March 18, 2026 The brand aims to help set the pita bread producer apart in a category often dominated by more traditional offerings.Read More
Giordano's reintroduces Italian Beef Pizza The brand is bringing the LTO back through April 6. SF&WB Staff March 18, 2026 The company has expanded availability of the bakery item, originally introduced in May 2025 as a nationwide shipping exclusive.Read More
CJ Schwan's taps Gregory Yep as interim CEO The new hire brings more than three decades of CPG experience to the role. SF&WB Staff March 17, 2026 The leadership change reinforces the company's long-term growth strategy and reflects deeper alignment with parent company CJ Foods, it says.Read More