Wavers launches nationally with Gopuff, BevMO The brand reimagines classic pizza flavors in a chip format. SF&WB Staff July 29, 2025 David Dobrik’s snack brand rolls out to the ecommerce company nationwide, and in brick-and-mortar stores across California.Read More
FlavorSum to be acquired by investment firm Warburg Pincus will purchase the flavors company in Q3 of this year. SF&WB Staff July 29, 2025 The investment aims to accelerate growth of the natural flavors provider to meet increasing industry demand.Read More
Wendy's names Pete Suerken as president, U.S. The new hire brings more than two decades of experience to the role. SF&WB Staff July 28, 2025 Current president Abigail Pringle is departing the company to pursue other opportunities.Read More
Beneo partners on sustainable rice initiative in Vietnam The project will train at least 1,000 farmers in the country's Mekong Delta region. SF&WB Staff July 28, 2025 The project, funded by the Government of Flanders, will train rice farmers on Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) standards.Read More
MGP Ingredients appoints new president and CEO Julie Francis brings 30+ years of leadership experience to the roles. SF&WB Staff July 28, 2025 Brandon Gall, who has served as interim president and CEO since January 1, will continue to serve in his role as CFO.Read More
Carl Buddig & Co. introduces Yumbo meat stick, new ads The marketing celebrates consumer demand for meat snacks. SF&WB Staff July 28, 2025 The parent company of Old Wisconsin is introducing a new advertising campaign and bigger meat snack.Read More
Somic Packaging to debut case packer at PACK EXPO The equipment is versatile and can produce many configurations. SF&WB Staff July 24, 2025 The SuperFlex will be demonstrated daily from September 29 through October 1 in booth SU-26023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.Read More
Lesaffre adds VP of sales and business development Jill Stang comes to the company from IFF, where she was director of sales. SF&WB Staff July 23, 2025 The new hire also previously worked for TerraVia and Udi's Gluten Free.Read More
Haver & Boecker adds robotic depalletizer and palletizer The equipment can be used on valve bags that hold sugar, flour, or other ingredients. SF&WB Staff July 23, 2025 The robotic depalletizer and palletizer can complement and completely automate packing lines from empty to full bags, aiming to enhance productivity and safety for customers.Read More
PMMI donates $100K to MSU's School of Packaging The organization's charitable arm donated to the college through its U Skills Fund. SF&WB Staff July 23, 2025 The gift will support student innovation and technical education at the nation’s first packaging school.Read More