Hormel Foods VP of global food safety to retire Richard Carlson is exiting after a 35-year career with the company. SF&WB Staff March 27, 2026 Jeremiah Johnson, a 20-year company veteran and director of food safety management, will step into the role.Read More
Nut and food industries strengthen the U.S. economy The tenth annual Feeding the Economy report analyzes the sector. SF&WB Staff March 26, 2026 American food and agriculture contribute $10.4 trillion in economic value and supports nearly 49 million U.S. jobs.Read More
Bridor acquires Spain-based Panamar Bakery Group This represents the largest acquisition to date by the brand and its parent company. SF&WB Staff March 26, 2026 The acquired company exports bread; its core business, Viennese pastries; and pâtisserie products to over 20 countries across four continents.Read More
Formost Fuji Corp. names Grant Wachob as controller The appointee joined the company in Dec. 2025. SF&WB Staff March 26, 2026 He is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, strengthening controls, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.Read More
Middleby taps Brittany Cerwin as chief financial officer The new CFO joined the bakery equipment company in 2011. SF&WB Staff March 25, 2026 She succeeds Bryan Mittelman, who has served as CFO since 2019 and will transition to the role of special advisor to the chief executive officer.Read More
IDDBA welcomes VP of education and industry relations Abby Despins will officially begin her role with the bakery org on March 30. SF&WB Staff March 25, 2026 The new hire brings nearly two decades of experience in the food industry, with a career spanning several companies that make up the org's membership.Read More
Dog Tag Inc. announces Henry V. Stoever IV as CEO The nonprofit's bakery supports veterans and military families. SF&WB Staff March 24, 2026 The hire reportedly has decades of experience leading and growing mission-driven and private sector organizations.Read More
Welch's Fruit Snacks announces its products are dye-free The company originally committed to no artificial ingredients in July 2025. SF&WB Staff March 23, 2026 The snack brand has announced that all of its varieties are now made with colors from natural sources and contain no artificial dyes. Read More
Bobo's expands lineup, debuts refreshed packaging The snack brand is introducing raspberry- and cherry-filled varieties. SF&WB Staff March 23, 2026 Beginning in April, the brand's PB&Js will transition from 4-count to 5-count packs, and its Oat Bites will grow from 5-count to 6-count packs.Read More
US Foods Spring Scoop highlights treats, appetizers The Devonshire Dubai-Style Chocolate Torte is one of a few menu options spotlighted. SF&WB Staff March 20, 2026 Fresh operator insights inspire 19 on-trend product innovations aimed at helping foodservice companies.Read More