Firmenich, Switzerland, named hibiscus as the flavor of the year for 2019 based on the growing appeal of florals in food and beverages.

The flavor forecast for 2017 is shaping up to be all about seeking healthy and clean, but will also explore a bit of the exotic, according to a team of flavor experts from Flavorman, Louisville, Ky.

ConAgra Foods, Inc., Omaha, Neb., said it agreed to sell its Gilroy Foods & Flavors dehydrated and vegetable product operations to Olam International Ltd., Singapore, for $250 million.

Signature sausages, globally inspired sandwiches and a resurgence in fried foods are among the 10 major influencers driving menu trends for 2010.

Ready for more bacon? Industry supplier Bell Flavors & Fragrances predicts bacon will be the most popular savory flavor this year.

Consumer trends researcher Mintel, Chicago, predicts new flavors will make an appearance in the U.S. marketplace in 2010, as well as some familiar ones...reinvented.

Global flavor and fragrance giant Symrise AG, Frankfurt, Germany, appointed Heinz-Jurgen Bertram as chief executive officer, effective July 1.

Twelve new flavors from Wixon Inc. are designed for consumers seeking food to connect with their mood.

Weighing, bagging and conveyor equipment manufacturer WeighPack Systems, Montreal, promoted Mark Conforti to Midwest branch manager.