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PepsiCo's PAO Accelerator
November 27, 2023

PepsiCo Announces Agriculture Accelerator Projects to Support Farmer Livelihoods, Scale Sustainable Innovation and Accelerate Regenerative Agriculture Across the Globe

PepsiCo recently announced the third year of its global agriculture program, the Positive Agriculture Outcomes (PAO) Accelerator, by backing eight new innovation projects across nine countries.
PepsiCo sets goals to further reduce sodium and deliver more diverse ingredients in convenient foods portfolio
November 26, 2023

PepsiCo sets goals to further reduce sodium and deliver more diverse ingredients in convenient foods portfolio

PepsiCo, Inc. unveiled new nutrition goals under its strategic transformation, PepsiCo Positive (pep+). The objectives focus on reducing sodium and enhancing nutritional value in consumer-preferred foods.
The 3rd Food Expo in Chennai: A Premier Platform for Food Industry Connections, Nov 24-26, 2023!
November 21, 2023

The 3rd Food Expo in Chennai: A Premier Platform for Food Industry Connections, Nov 24-26, 2023!

The 3rd edition of Food Expo is being held at Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India from November 24 to 26, 2023.
Utz Brands Snacks
November 17, 2023

Utz Brands Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

Recently, Utz Brands, Inc. , a leading U.S. manufacturer of branded salty snacks, reported financial results for the Company’s third fiscal quarter ended October 1, 2023.
PepsiCo Names Emerging Snack Startup CHUZA as Winner of the 2023 Greenhouse Accelerator: Juntos Crecemos Edition
November 14, 2023

PepsiCo Names Emerging Snack Startup CHUZA as Winner of the 2023 Greenhouse Accelerator: Juntos Crecemos Edition

PepsiCo announced Mexican-inspired snack company, CHUZA as the winner of the eighth class of the Greenhouse Accelerator.
LAY’S® and Matt James Celebrate Friendsgiving with Mashed Potatoes Made from Lay’s Potato Chips.
November 09, 2023

LAY'S® and Matt James Celebrate Friendsgiving with Mashed Potatoes Made from Lay's Potato Chips

Friendsgiving season is here and Lay's® – America's favorite potato chip – is central to the dinner table with the brand's spin on the viral cooking hack turning Lay's potato chips into a favorite side dish: mashed potatoes.
Food Africa and pacprocess MEA to launch in December with an even larger area
November 05, 2023

Food Africa and pacprocess MEA to launch in December with an even larger area

Following the success of Food Africa and pacprocess MEA last year, concrete plans to expand this year’s duo of trade fairs have begun. Here, exhibiting companies can expand their contacts in Africa and the Arab region in a targeted manner.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Inaugurate the 2nd World Food India 2023, Taking Place in New Delhi from November 3-5
October 31, 2023

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Inaugurate the 2nd World Food India 2023, Taking Place in New Delhi from November 3-5

The event is expected to see a footfall of 100,000, igniting innovation, showcasing global collaboration, and positioning India as the epicenter of the future in food processing!
BEPPCO Both in 'Our Industry, Our Identity' exhibition in Mosul, Iraq!
October 26, 2023

Beirut Erbil for Potato Products company participates in 'Our Industry, Our Identity' exhibition in Mosul, Iraq!

In the presence of the Governor of Nineveh and the Turkish Consul, the second edition of 'Our Industry, Our Identity' exhibition opened in Mosul.
Jackson’s New Spicy Jalapeño Flavor Cranks Up the Heat on its Sweet Potato Chip Lineup
October 12, 2023

Jackson’s New Spicy Jalapeño Flavor Cranks Up the Heat on its Sweet Potato Chip Lineup

Jackson’s®, the clean ingredient snack leader known for its sweet potato chips kettle cooked in premium oils, is adding a new sensational flavor to its lineup with Spicy Jalapeño Sweet Potato Chips with Avocado Oil.
Antti Kuusisto, chairman of Luonnosta Finland and Phil Rayner, Manager of Luonnosta UK
October 02, 2023

Luonnosta Finland Oy establishes a subsidiary in the United Kingdom

Luonnosta Finland Oy and Phil Rayner announced the establishment of Luonnosta UK Ltd. Luonnosta’s strategy for several years has been to develop international business and strengthen networks worldwide.
Jackson's Sweet potato chips
October 02, 2023

Snack manufacturer Jackson’s plans to triple production of its kettle-cooked sweet potato chips

Jackson’s, the leader in kettle-cooked sweet potato chips made only in premium avocado oil, announced a plant expansion that will nearly triple its production
Utz Brands
October 01, 2023

Salty Snacks manufacturer Utz Brands to close and sell multiple production plants in optimization initiative

Utz Brands, Inc. and its affiliated entities, a leading U.S. manufacturer of branded salty snacks, announced several network optimization initiatives that are expected to support long-term volume growth and reduce costs.
Tata Consumer in Discussions to Acquire 51% Stake in Haldiram's
October 01, 2023

Tata Consumer in Discussions to Acquire 51% Stake in Haldiram's: Report

India's largest conglomerate, the Tata Group, is looking for a substantial bite of one of the countries top two snack manufacturers, Haldiram's. The snack maker is reportedly asking for USD 10 billion valuation which corresponds to 6.6 times its annual revenue of USD 1.5 billion.
Newly hired Fort Fairfield Town Manager Tim Goff (left) listens as Dan Foster, outgoing interim town manager, address the council Wednesday, Sept. 20. (Courtesy: The Star-Herald)
September 27, 2023

Fort Fairfield, Maine hopeful to welcome a Potato Chip Plant, Awaiting Development Decision

Although in its early stages, the proposal to set up a potato chip plant has gained approval from Fort Fairfield town officials and holds the potential to rejuvenate the local economy, which has suffered from the closure of major industries and businesses in recent years.
Snack A Jacks Bagless Multipacks
September 25, 2023

Walkers introduces 'Bagless' multipacks for Snack A Jacks to reduce plastic use

PepsiCo is trialling new multipack packaging for their Snack A Jacks range. Packs on shelves in Tesco stores across the United Kingdom will now use 86% less plastic on their outer packaging when compared with the previous multipack design.
Kellogg Company's Board of Directors Approves Separation of Kellogg Company into Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co
September 18, 2023

Board of Directors Approves Separation of Kellogg Company into Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co

Kellogg Company has provided an update on how it will move forward with its separation. The two independent, publicly traded companies, Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co, have been formally approved by the Board of Directors, and the separation will be completed on October 2, 2023.
During the opening of The First Exhibition of Local Production in Dohuk, Iraq
September 17, 2023

Potato Chip manufacturer BEPPCO participated in the First Exhibition of Local Production in Dohuk, Iraq

BEPPCO proudly presented their potato varieties and potato chips at the First Exhibition of Local Production in Dohuk Governorate's Aqra District. The event started on the evening of Sunday, September 3, 2023, under the supervision of Mr. Ali Tatar, the Governor of Dohuk.

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