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Research published in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, published by Elsevier, Atlanta, revealed that the nutritional value of certain frozen fruits and vegetables are generally equal to fresh produce.

The frozen pizza crust sector attributes to nearly half of the global frozen bakery products market, according to a report published by Market Data Forecast, Inc., India.

M&W Transportation, Nashville, Tenn., opened a state-of-the-art M&W Truck Service & Repair Center in Nashville.

U.S. shipments of processed foods are forecast to reach $808 billion in 2021.

IFCO Systems US, Tampa, Fla., released the results of its updated report, showing IFCO’s reusable plastic containers (RPCs) deliver greater environmental savings for delivering fresh produce in North America than the use of single-use corrugated fiber containers.

The Vollrath Company, LLC, Sheboygan, Wis., acquired the cleaning equipment division of CDF Industries, Quakertown, Pa.

Here's a recap of this week's personnel changes.

Sonoco, Hartsville, S.C., acquired Peninsula Packaging Co., an Exeter, Calif.-based manufacturer of thermoformed packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables, for $230 million.

Bureau Veritas, France, acquired Schutter Group B.V., a Netherlands-based provider of inspection, testing, certification and logistical support services to the global agri-commodities markets.

Alchemy Systems, Austin, Texas, and SafetyChain Software, San Rafael, Calif., formed a partnership to help the food and beverage industry improve their food safety and quality initiatives.