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Airmaster announces new HQs, brand identity

The new location will enable Airmaster to streamline its production processes as well as allow for an overall more efficient layout.

November 15, 2016

Airmaster, a manufacturer of air circulation and ventilation solutions, announced plans to move its Jackson, Mich., headquarters and manufacturing to a 120,000-square-foot facility in Clarklake, Mich.

Study: How Millennials impact trends in foodservice packaging industry

Changes in preparation and distribution of meals are driving other trends, such as an increased interest in food safety and tamper-evident packaging.

November 15, 2016

The Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI), Falls Church, Va., released its 2016 Trends Report, which reveals key industry shifts driven by the generational influence of Millennials.

Reiser begins expansion to U.S. headquarters

The construction will add 46,000 square feet of space, increasing the size of the facility by approximately 70%.

November 15, 2016

Reiser began construction on a significant expansion to its Canton, Mass., headquarters to support the continuing growth of their business.

Creekstone Farms, Pasture One form joint venture

Pasture One is transitioning all of its production to the Creekstone Farms processing facility in Arkansas City, Kan.

November 14, 2016

Creekstone Farms Premium Beef, an Arkansas City, Kan., supplier of premium USDA-certified beef and pork products, announced a joint venture with Pasture One.

SeaLand enhances NAE-North Atlantic express service

SeaLand's NAE service caters to refrigerated (reefer) shipments, such as pineapples and bananas.

November 14, 2016

SeaLand, the Intra-Americas regional ocean carrier of the Maersk Group, announced two new direct, all-water NAE service connections with the addition of port calls in Turbo and Puerto Moin.

ConAgra Foods completes Lamb Weston spinoff, changes name to Conagra Brands

Lamb Weston’s portfolio will consist of frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and other vegetable products, as well as a continued presence in retail frozen products under licensed brands and private brands.

November 14, 2016

ConAgra Foods, Chicago, completed the previously announced separation of its Lamb Weston business, thus making the name change to Conagra Brands, Inc. effective immediately.

AdvancePierre Foods appoints new CEO, NFRA elects new chairman and more

November 11, 2016

Here's this week's recap of personnel changes in the cold food industry.

H.B. Fuller to open adhesive manufacturing plant in Indonesia

The Surabaya manufacturing facility will feature new PSA and water-based adhesive manufacturing capabilities.

November 11, 2016

H.B. Fuller, St. Paul, Alaska, continues to strengthen its network in Asia Pacific by opening a new manufacturing facility in Surabaya, Indonesia.

Mintel announces 6 key global food, drink trends for 2017

The coming year will be a year of extremes, from “ancient” products such as grains, recipes, practices and traditions to the use of technology to create more and better tasting plant-enhanced foods.

November 11, 2016

Chicago-based Mintel announced the six key trends set to impact the global food and drink market in 2017.

Graham Partners acquires Mercer Foods from Harris Williams

Mercer Foods is a leading producer of natural and organic freeze-dried fruits and vegetables.

November 11, 2016

Graham Partners, Inc., Newtown Square, Pa., acquired Mercer Foods, LLC from Harris Williams & Co., a preeminent middle market investment bank based in Boston.