Volume gains push ConAgra’s earnings higher 12.19.2013 By Keith Nunes Despite the positive results, company remains ‘cautious’ about outlook.Read More
Private label vs. brands: Can’t we all get along 12.18.2013 By Keith Nunes A new report from Information Resources, Inc. outlines how private label and national brands may grow together.Read More
D.D. Williamson acquires color product line 12.17.2013 By Keith Nunes The acquisition will enhance DDW's range of colors in the yellow to orange spectrum.Read More
Freshness will be in favor during 2014 12.16.2013 By Keith Nunes The NPD Group forecasts food service sales and traffic will rise in 2014 compared to 2013.Read More
Sysco to acquire US Foods in $8.2 billion deal 12.09.2013 By Keith Nunes The acquisition will extend Sysco's distribution reach and grow its sales to an estimated $65 billion.Read More
Nestle divesting its shares in Givaudan 12.06.2013 By Keith Nunes The divestment comes on the heels of Nestle's divestment in some parts of the Jenny Craig business.Read More
Kroger sees greater opportunity in ‘natural’ portfolio 12.06.2013 By Keith Nunes The retailer has a plan in place to double natural and organic sales 'in a reasonable period of time.'Read More
Bob Evans Farms to stay the course 12.05.2013 By Keith Nunes Chief executive says shareholder's suggestions to improve shareholder value are not in the best interest of the company.Read More
On-line sales the next C.P.G. frontier 12.03.2013 By Keith Nunes Deloitte study reveals consumers are open to buying food on-line, but manufacturers are not ready.Read More
C.D.C. taking food safety surveillance to food service 12.03.2013 By Keith Nunes Researchers are taking a closer look at role food service operations may play in food-borne illness outbreaks.Read More