Smithfield Foods, Inc., Smithfield, Va., announced a realignment of its organization and key senior management appointments that unify all of its independent operating companies, brands, marketing and more than 48,000 employees around the world under one corporate umbrella.
Sean Connolly, former CEO of The Hillshire Brands Co. prior to its sale to Tyson Foods, was named new chief executive officer of ConAgra Foods, replacing Gary Rodkin.
Cincinatti-based AdvancePierre Foods announced plans to acquire the manufacturing assets of Better Bakery, LLC, a Valencia, Calif.-based manufacturer of premium stuffed sandwiches.
John Morrell Food Group, Lisle, Ill., announced plans to locate a distribution center in Greenfield, Ind., creating up to 260 new jobs by the end of 2016.
Field Fresh Foods, Inc., Gardena, Calif., acquired Superior Fresh Cuts, LLC, a Los Angeles-based fresh-cut produce processor serving Southern California foodservice distributors and industrial customers.
Bosch Packaging Technology, New Richmond, Wis., announced plans to acquire Osgood Industries, Inc., Oldsmar, Fla., further strengthening its engagement in the North American liquid food industry.
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