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How PIM Brands Built A Custom AI Manufacturing Platform
PIM Brands, the makers of Welch’s Fruit Snacks, has integrated a custom AI manufacturing system to streamline production across its portfolio.
CPG Week: Recess Staffs Up & Inflation Keeps Pressure On Grocery
On this episode, the team covers new Recess appointments, inflation’s impact on grocery and rumors of a popular oil brand seeking a buyer.
Inside The New “Visual System” Powering Magic Spoon’s Packaging Redesign
Magic Spoon has overhauled its packaging design to better encapsulate its broader food portfolio which now spans cereal, puffed treats, oatmeal, granola and toaster pastries.
General Mills Elevates COO McNabb To Lead Turnaround
As the company fights to reverse declining sales, General Mills has named longtime executive and current COO Dana McNabb as its next chief executive officer, succeeding outgoing CEO Jeff Harmening, effective January 1.
Stride Closes $550M Fund II To Back ‘Passion Brands’
Stride Consumer Partners has closed its second fund at $550 million, bringing its total assets under management to about $1.3 billion.
International Brands LALA, Daesang, Turn to U.S. for Expansion
Two major international food brands are making big bets on the U.S. market this month, as Mexican dairy producer LALA and South Korean kimchi manufacturer Daesang have announced American expansion plans.
Tandem Foods Makes $42M Bet on Manufacturing Expansion
Tandem Foods is continuing to build out its production network, investing $42 million to expand its operations in the Pittsburgh area with a new cold-form bar manufacturing line.
California’s ‘Non-Ultraprocessed’ Label Gets the Greenlight
California is creating a state-backed certification and on-pack seal for foods that qualify as non-ultraprocessed under legislation signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom this week.
Review: Peppertux Pistachio Squares Are Near-Perfect
The combination of crisp wafer, smooth pistachio cream, chocolate, and pistachio pieces delivers excellent contrast in both flavor and texture.
Hain Celestial’s Decade-Long ‘Channel-Stuffing’ Suit Nears $35M Resolution
A nearly decade-long lawsuit accusing Hain Celestial of misleading investors about its sales practices is moving closer to resolution, with shareholders asking a federal judge to approve a $35 million settlement.








