Private equity firm Mason Wells, Milwaukee, Wis., sold Eddy Foods, Inc. (also known as Eddy Packing), Yoakum, Texas, to Insight Equity III LP, Southlake, Texas.

Advancements in the food processing industry, innovation in processing technology and continuous growth in the demand for processed food are expected to support growth of food and beverage processing equipment, according to research revealed by MarketsandMarkets, Northbrook, Ill.

The global ready-to-eat food products market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period of 2016-2026, according to a research report published by Future Market Insights, Valley Cottage, N.Y.

Raley’s, West Sacramento, Calif., expanded its ready-to-go meal options, which first launched in 2010, to include with new sizes, varieties and packaging.

Freshline Foods, Canada, introduced a new customized packaged organic program offering traditional and non-traditional certified-organic fruits and vegetables.

Ajinomoto Windsor, Inc., Ontario, Calif., launched new Amoy rice and ready-to-eat noodle products as well as Mexican dishes under the Posada brand to be served at restaurants nationwide.

Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen's latest expansion includes TOMRA's Orbit 350 steam peeling line, which allowed them to expand its ready-to-eat refrigerated entrées.