Food Wire

The J.M. Smucker Co. (NYSE: SJM) announced the election of Rebecca Scheidler as Senior Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Foods, effective Jan. 16, 2023.

Goodman Gluten Free, a line of gluten-free baked goods that are also dairy, nut and soy free, announced the launch of its new Brown & Serve Dinner Rolls, the first and only brown-and-serve dinner rolls in the gluten free category.

Mmmly, the new classic cookie brand offering indulgent snacks that are actually good for you, is ringing in the New Year with an original Peanut Butter flavor.

Butterfly, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm specializing in the food sector, announced its entry into a definitive agreement to acquire Milk Specialties Global (“Milk Specialties” or the “Company”), a leader in human and animal nutrition, from affiliates of American Securities LLC.

Del Sol Food Company, Inc., manufacturer of BRIANNAS Fine Salad Dressings, announces that Sherald Bell, Vice President of Operations, will retire at the end of the year after 27 years of service.

Dr. Praeger’s Sensible Foods (“Dr. Praeger’s” or the “Company”), a leading brand specializing in delicious, nutritious plant-based frozen foods made from simple ingredients, announced today that Steve Polonowski has joined the Company as Chief Customer Officer. Dr. Praeger’s is a portfolio company of Vestar Capital Partners.

Verb is on a mission to make great energy accessible, everyday with their better-for-you, plant-powered Caffeinated Energy Bars. This month the company launches in over 100 Costco warehouses across the Southeast & Bay Area regions. 

Planet Bake, the brand on a mission to make desserts healthier and more planet-friendly without sacrificing taste, texture or quality, has always focused on educating consumers on “lifestyle-conscious” consumption. They are solidifying their mission by launching a flavor rooted in a powerful movement: Veganuary. 

PeaTos and Paramount ConsumerProducts announce a promotional partnership featuring PeaTos’ CrunchPizza Rings timed to the theatrical release of TeenageMutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem on August 4, 2023.

Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in confectionery, snacking, food, and pet care products and services announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Trü Frü, a high-growth, better-for-you, whole-fruit snacking brand from its founders and management team.