Image courtesy of: PhonlamaiPhoto (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Stay updated with the latest news and developments in the cold foods industry, including innovations, market trends, mergers, product launches, and company updates. https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/rss/2655 en-us http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104581 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:29:49 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104581-peak-technologies-appoints-heel-to-ceo-spot PeakTechnologies-JoachimJoeHeel.jpg  Joachim (Joe) Heel has been appointed chief executive officer.  NORD’s robust, specialized solutions stand up to these environments and have proven themselves in baking applications around the world. NORD’s robust, specialized solutions stand up to these environments and have proven themselves in baking applications around the world.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104554 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104554-nord-serves-up-sweet-energy-cost-savings-for-industrial-bakeries NORD-bakery-solutions-1000x600px.jpg Demanding environments are common in the Bakery Industry, including extreme temperatures, high pressure jet cleaning, and various hazardous areas including those that use alcoholic liquids and chemicals during cleaning processes.  The companies provide a seamless, turnkey approach to chicken nugget production, from grinding and forming through battering, breading and frying. The companies provide a seamless, turnkey approach to chicken nugget production, from grinding and forming through battering, breading and frying.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104566 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104566-provisur-nothum-partner-on-integrated-food-processing-lines Provisur and Nothum_custom nuggets being formed.png The companies provide a seamless, turnkey approach to chicken nugget production, from grinding and forming through battering, breading and frying. Provisur's Weiler and Formax product lines provide industry expertise in grinding and forming applications, while Nothum specializes in automated coating and frying systems. Together, these companies eliminate the bottlenecks and integration challenges food processors often encounter when working with multiple equipment suppliers.  Thousands of machines will be operating live throughout the show, giving attendees the opportunity to see new technologies in action and speak directly with the engineers, manufacturers, and end users driving industry innovation. Thousands of machines will be operating live throughout the show, giving attendees the opportunity to see new technologies in action and speak directly with the engineers, manufacturers, and end users driving industry innovation.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104543 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104543-ai-robotics-sustainability-and-the-future-of-manufacturing-take-center-stage-at-pack-expo-international-2026 PEI-26_Hrz_WEB.png PACK EXPO International is where manufacturers introduce the technologies and strategies driving the future of production.  If your company is helping shape the future of refrigerated and frozen food manufacturing, we want to hear your story! If your company is helping shape the future of refrigerated and frozen food manufacturing, we want to hear your story!

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104574 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104574-is-your-company-the-next-processor-of-the-year RFF-POTY-2026-Nomination-RFF-POTY-2026-Nomination-1200x630-V2.jpg Processor of the Year honors a cold foods company for year-over-year growth and leadership in product sales, packaging, distribution, food safety, new product development, plant expansions, sustainability and more. Nominations are due July 31. U.S. consumers are no longer just cutting back; they are recalibrating how they buy, according to new Circana Compass research. U.S. consumers are no longer just cutting back; they are recalibrating how they buy, according to new Circana Compass research. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104564 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:45:35 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104564-circanas-2026-2027-global-food-and-beverage-outlook-predicts-slow-to-moderate-growth-as-market-enters-period-of-rationalization Frozen foods evergreen Circana identifies three pivotal drivers shaping the consumer landscape in 2027 and beyond: pressured wallets, balanced living and increasing algorithmic influence. Carter has more than 25 years of experience leading supply chain operations across the consumer packaged goods industry. Carter has more than 25 years of experience leading supply chain operations across the consumer packaged goods industry. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104553 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104553-the-marzetti-company-names-mark-carter-chief-supply-chain-officer Mark_Carter.jpg Mark Carter will be responsible for leading the company’s end-to-end supply chain organization, supporting the company’s growth strategy while maintaining rigorous safety and quality measures. It allows businesses to "hitch" a ride on Schreiber’s established nationwide distribution network.  It allows businesses to "hitch" a ride on Schreiber’s established nationwide distribution network.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104533 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104533-schreiber-foods-debuts-the-hitch-for-f-and-b-logistics Cold Food Logistics The Hitch leverages Schreiber's decades of manufacturing and distribution experience to help growing food and beverage businesses overcome shipping challenges, simplify complexities and effectively bring their products to market.  Store brand unit market share rose to 23.8%, an all-time high. Store brand unit market share rose to 23.8%, an all-time high. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104550 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104550-private-label-continues-to-gain-unit-sales-and-share PLMA Store brand dollar sales increased nearly three times the rate of national brands.  rodriguezk@bnpmedia.com (Kelley Rodriguez) A snapshot of the state of the refrigerated and frozen manufacturing industry and R&FF’s annual rankings of the largest U.S. frozen foods processors. A snapshot of the state of the refrigerated and frozen manufacturing industry and R&FF’s annual rankings of the largest U.S. frozen foods processors.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104496 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104496-refrigerated-frozen-and-flourishing-state-of-the-cold-chain Novus has grown from a $200 million business into a $1 billion chilled snacking platform through five acquisitions. Novus has grown from a $200 million business into a $1 billion chilled snacking platform through five acquisitions.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104517 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104517-novus-foods-names-basic-next-ceo NovusFoods.jpg Novus Foods is one of North America's largest chilled snacking platforms, with leadership positions in dips, desserts and yogurt, serving customers across North America The former company suspended plant operations in October. The former company suspended plant operations in October. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104513 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:05:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104513-former-harrisburg-dairies-plant-sold-to-patanjali-dairy-usa PennsylvaniaDairySale_HarryDavid.jpg The 3-acre site is situated uniquely in the state’s capital and has provided products to the local community for 94 years. The transaction marks a defining step in Europastry's North American strategy, one of the most relevant and dynamic markets globally in the bakery sector. The transaction marks a defining step in Europastry's North American strategy, one of the most relevant and dynamic markets globally in the bakery sector. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104512 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104512-europastry-acquiring-highland-baking-company HBC-bread line.jpg Highland Baking Company, is a company with a strong track record in the U.S. market, delivering premium breads to the foodservice industry. The company operates two production facilities in Northbrook, Illinois and in Spartanburg, South Carolina and is recognized for its product quality and the depth of its customer relationships. Asbury brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across the dairy, food, and automotive industries. Asbury brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across the dairy, food, and automotive industries. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104504 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104504-asbury-promoted-to-executive-vice-president-operations-at-maola-local-dairies PatrickAsbury.jpg Since joining Maola in 2019, he has led plant operations and multi-site initiatives spanning LEAN transformations, organizational integration, and large-scale capital projects. The company designs and manufactures robotic solutions for the food processing industry, particularly for meat production. The company designs and manufactures robotic solutions for the food processing industry, particularly for meat production. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104505 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104505-frontmatec-aira-opens-manufacturing-and-innovation-center-in-spain Packaging Line Evergreen The official opening in 2026 coincided with the company's 25th anniversary and reaffirms Frontmatec AiRA's commitment to Cardona and the Catalonia region. With more than 20 years of experience in the beverage industry, he brings a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams while maintaining high standards, accountability and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. With more than 20 years of experience in the beverage industry, he brings a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams while maintaining high standards, accountability and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104502 Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104502-sunopta-names-muzzin-midlothian-plant-director Nick Muzzin May 2026.jpg Nick Muzzin was named plant director in 2026.  Effective July 1, Kraft Heinz will reorg into three regions: North America (NA), Europe and Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM), and Emerging Markets (EM). Effective July 1, Kraft Heinz will reorg into three regions: North America (NA), Europe and Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM), and Emerging Markets (EM).

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104499 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:12 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104499-kraft-heinz-announces-new-global-operating-structure KraftHeinzLogo.jpg The Kraft Heinz board of directors last fall unanimously approved a plan to separate the company into two independent, publicly traded companies through a tax-free spin-off.  The company paused those plans in February.  Opened in May, the facility combines MMPA’s expertise in dairy production with the assets and capabilities needed to produce Good Culture’s full portfolio. Opened in May, the facility combines MMPA’s expertise in dairy production with the assets and capabilities needed to produce Good Culture’s full portfolio.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104494 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:49:26 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104494-good-culture-partners-with-michigan-milk-producers-on-new-production-facility Good Culture Walsh products Good Culture sales have increased nearly four times, while helping reignite a cottage cheese category that grew nearly 60% over the same period. Ovid Expansion.JPG Pictured (L-R) Front Row: Kristin Schleman, Michigan Economic Development Corporation; Devon Pingel, Lansing Economic Area Partnership; Brad Parks, MMPA Chief Operating Officer; Joe Diglio, MMPA President & CEO; Doug Chapin, MMPA Board Chairman; Mary Perrien, Ovid Mayor; Amy Martin, MMPA Board Member; and Emma Bostwick, Lansing Economic Area Partnership. Back Row: Back Row: Kevin Kuhl, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development; Eric Starn, City of Ovid; Corby Werth, MMPA Board Member; Bruce Benthem, MMPA Board Member; Kris Wardin, MMPA Board Member; Brian DeMann, MMPA Board Member; and Tim Fair, Clinton County Catalyst. 20251210_GoodCulture-LP4437R2.jpg  Good Culture makes cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream cheese, all made with milk from cows raised on family farms, with no artificial ingredients, gums, stabilizers, or additives.  Startups and entrepreneurs developing innovative products made with at least 50% dairy are encouraged to apply. Startups and entrepreneurs developing innovative products made with at least 50% dairy are encouraged to apply.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104489 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104489-california-milk-advisory-board-opens-applications-for-2026-real-california-milk-excelerator Real California Milk seal Over the past eight years, the program has become a proven engine for dairy innovation and growth. More than 60 brands have participated, benefiting from over $2.5 million in non-dilutive funding, 6.3 billion media impressions and connections to more than 100 industry executives spanning distribution, retail, manufacturing, venture capital and corporate innovation.  rodriguezk@bnpmedia.com (Kelley Rodriguez) Third place finisher in R&FF’s Best New Retail Products contest, the protein-forward brand is gaining early traction in the frozen novelty space. Third place finisher in R&FF’s Best New Retail Products contest, the protein-forward brand is gaining early traction in the frozen novelty space.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104492 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104492-swoop-blends-protein-clean-ingredients-to-cheat-ice-cream Earlier this year, the company combined its beef and case-ready businesses into a more integrated platform designed to improve efficiency. Earlier this year, the company combined its beef and case-ready businesses into a more integrated platform designed to improve efficiency.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104491 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104491-jbs-closing-2-production-facilities JBS-USA-logo.jpg The closures include a beef production facility in Souderton, Pennsylvania (a suburb of Philadelphia) and a value-added facility in Memphis, Tennessee. Available in more than 2,000 locations nationwide, the acquisition will help fuel expanded distribution.  Available in more than 2,000 locations nationwide, the acquisition will help fuel expanded distribution. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104486 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:18 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104486-indoor-microgreens-grower-aerofarms-acquired AeroFarms_Micro_Rainbow_Mix.jpg The emerging brands contest spotlights foods reshaping the frozen and refrigerated aisles through innovation, flavor and purpose. The emerging brands contest spotlights foods reshaping the frozen and refrigerated aisles through innovation, flavor and purpose.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104483 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104483-nfra-names-winners-of-2026-penguin-pitch-contest Penguin Pitch Logo.png The association’s top honor—Grand Prize and Emerging Brand of the Year—was awarded to Folkland Foods Potato Tots, recognized for its clean ingredients and bold branding. Attendees will gain a clear summary of the key policy themes driving current congressional action on food oversight, a practical view of how GRAS reform and food chemical review could change the ingredient landscape, as well as why additives, dyes, and ultra-processed foods remain central in the science vs. perception debate. Attendees will gain a clear summary of the key policy themes driving current congressional action on food oversight, a practical view of how GRAS reform and food chemical review could change the ingredient landscape, as well as why additives, dyes, and ultra-processed foods remain central in the science vs. perception debate.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104463 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104463-ift-to-host-free-community-conversation-on-what-the-latest-food-policy-debates-mean-for-the-future-of-food ift-logo.jpg IFT Chief Science and Technology Officer, Brendan Niemira, PhD, and IFT VP of Science and Policy, Anna Rosales, RD, will not only break down the policy trajectory emerging from the hearing, but they will also engage attendees in thoughtful discussions around the real-world implications of these proposed regulatory changes and will dive into what the food science community can do to prepare National brands generated a 17% higher "fair price" perception versus store brands across the Fresh categories studied, reinforcing the role brands play in driving confidence and perceived value. National brands generated a 17% higher "fair price" perception versus store brands across the Fresh categories studied, reinforcing the role brands play in driving confidence and perceived value.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104464 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:30:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104464-how-fresh-foods-are-rewriting-the-rules-of-brand-loyalty Acosta_Group_Shopper_Community__Fresh_Insights.jpg Freshness or quality ranked as the top stated driver of choice for Fresh shoppers overall, followed closely by price and trusted brands. The study also found that nearly half of shoppers report typically purchasing a mix of national and private labels in Fresh categories, reinforcing that consumers increasingly view the two as complementary rather than competing choices. However, when shoppers were forced to make trade-offs between products, the role of brand became more pronounced, particularly in categories where quality or consistency can feel harder to judge. rodriguezk@bnpmedia.com (Kelley Rodriguez) Teton Waters Ranch is launching raw burger patties made from 100% grass-fed beef, emphasizing transparency and animal welfare. Recently awarded second place in a contest, the frozen patties aim to minimize food waste while delivering robust flavor. Teton Waters Ranch is launching raw burger patties made from 100% grass-fed beef, emphasizing transparency and animal welfare. Recently awarded second place in a contest, the frozen patties aim to minimize food waste while delivering robust flavor.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104462 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104462-teton-waters-ranch-builds-frozen-momentum-with-clean-label-burger-patties The platform represents the evolution of the firm’s program management capabilities, which have expanded significantly in scope, client base and service delivery over the past four years. The platform represents the evolution of the firm’s program management capabilities, which have expanded significantly in scope, client base and service delivery over the past four years. 

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104444 Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104444-stream-realty-partners-debuts-manufacturing-f-and-b-and-distribution-platform AI validation The Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Distribution platform brings together a multidisciplinary team focused on aligning capital, people, and property to enable clients to scale faster, operate more efficiently, and make long-term decisions with greater confidence. The companies aim to enhance accessibility to premium frozen treats while creating new, engaging consumer experiences in high-traffic locations. The companies aim to enhance accessibility to premium frozen treats while creating new, engaging consumer experiences in high-traffic locations.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104452 Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104452-mini-melts-and-magnum-ice-cream-team-to-expand-ice-cream-distribution frozen novelty This partnership leverages Mini Melts USA's proven expertise in frozen vending infrastructure, operations, and distribution, combined with The Magnum Ice Cream Company's portfolio of iconic brands and products.  Surveying more than 12,000 people across 11 countries, the report explores how people eat, share and enjoy potatoes and fries in everyday life. Surveying more than 12,000 people across 11 countries, the report explores how people eat, share and enjoy potatoes and fries in everyday life.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104436 Tue, 26 May 2026 12:15:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104436-mccain-foods-inaugural-spud-report-reveals-fries-unite-us McCain Foods McCain Foods Limited is one of the world's largest manufacturers of frozen potato products and a global leader in prepared appetizers and snacks. The company has major production, retail and corporate operations around the world, employs approximately 22,000 people, operates 49 production facilities on six continents. The incoming president & CEO will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the nonprofit, which connects retailers, manufacturers, distributors and suppliers. The incoming president & CEO will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the nonprofit, which connects retailers, manufacturers, distributors and suppliers.

]]> http://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104431 Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.refrigeratedfrozenfood.com/articles/104431-iddba-launches-search-for-next-president-and-ceo iddbalogo.jpg Reporting to a 27-member Board of Directors, the President & CEO will oversee an organization with a staff of 21 based in Madison, Wisconsin. Key responsibilities include leading the continued evolution of IDDBA’s flagship annual tradeshow—a best-in-class industry event—and strengthening the organization’s visibility and industry impact.