JBT sees deadline pushed for Marel proposal
CHICAGO — John Bean Technologies (JBT) Corp. was given a two-week extension by the Icelandic Financial Supervisory Authority to issue a decision regarding its takeover bid for all shares in…
Jack Link’s, Dr. Pepper launch sweet, savory meat snack
MINONG, WIS. – Two classic brands partnered on one-of-a-kind meat snacks with the release of Jack Link’s WILD Dr Pepper-inspired flavored meat stick and Jack Link’s Dr Pepper-inspired flavored beef…
McCormick announces the 23rd Flavor of the Year
BALTIMORE, MD. — On Dec. 6, McCormick announced the 23rd Edition of its Flavor Forecast, an annual report on the latest culinary trends shaping the way consumers prepare and enjoy…
ADM opens expanded North America research lab
DECATUR, ILL. — ADM has opened its new North America microbiology laboratory at the ADM specialty manufacturing facility in Decatur, Ill. The new facility doubles ADM’s current microbiology laboratory footprint…
Meati names new chief commercial officer
BOULDER, COLO. — Meati, a maker of mycelium-based cutlets and steaks, has named John Bortells as its chief commercial officer. Bortells will help drive revenue and expand Meati’s market as…
Cale-Maine promotes exec to CEO role
RIDGELAND, MISS. – Cal-Maine Foods Inc. announced that Sherman L. Miller would become the egg producer’s president and chief executive officer effective Sept. 30. Miller will take over for Dolph…
Sysco accuses four meat processors beef price fixing
HOUSTON, TEXAS – Wholesale restaurant food distributor Sysco Corp. filed a lawsuit against the world’s largest meat processors, claiming they colluded to fix beef prices. Filed on June 24, the…
Closing the Gaps in the Meat Supply Chain and Operations Execution
The meat supply chain is filled with complexities, spanning disassembly, processing and blending challenges. Siloed functions hamper yield management, leading to unmet retail demands and frustrated customers. Producers also struggle…
Marfrig becomes majority owner of BRF
SÃO PAULO — Marfrig Global Foods S.A. is now the majority shareholder of BRF S.A. after it increased its equity interest in the company. According to the securities filing dated…
Acquired Ruth’s Chris elevates Darden’s performance
ORLANDO, FLA. — Some good news came Darden Restaurant Inc.’s way in the first quarter ended Aug. 27. Same-restaurant sales rose 5%, and executives increased expected synergies from the acquired…