The divestitures encompass the U.S. and Canada operations of several yogurt brands including Yoplait, Liberté, Go-Gurt, Oui, Mountain High, and :ratio, as well as manufacturing facilities in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Reed City, Michigan, and Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec.
Nearly two-thirds of U.S. households buy plant-based products, with the market for alternative dairy, protein and other cold and frozen products expanding. What’s next for manufacturers and processors?
Technology can play an important role in combating rising energy costs by cutting consumption and helping cold chain operators identify their weak points.
Frozen food makes consumption more accessible for busy families. It comes peeled and chopped, so it’s even easier for households to incorporate fruits and vegetables at mealtime.
While Gen X prefers dinners that require minimal preparation and few ingredients, Gen Z consumers increasingly invest in special occasion dinners as they hone their kitchen skills, while also seeking no-prep dinner solutions.
Winning company will appear on the cover of our November eMagazine issue, podcast.
August 21, 2024
This award honors a refrigerated and/or frozen foods processor for its year-over-year growth and leadership in product sales, packaging, distribution strategies, food safety, new product development, plant expansions, sustainability programs, and more.