Sysco Announces Agreement To Acquire European Imports, Ltd.

February 22, 2012 Sysco

Sysco Corporation today announced that it has reached an agreement to purchase Chicago-based European Imports, Ltd. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the coming weeks.

Food Safety Net Services Welcomes New Vice President Of Human Resources

February 22, 2012 Food Safety Net Services

Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) is pleased to welcome Jane Binzak as Vice President of Human Resources. Jane brings over twelve years of senior human resources leadership experience combined with more than nineteen years of legal experience. Before joining FSNS, she held similar senior leadership positions in the food service industry with Steak ‘n Shake and Buffets, Inc., both having over 20,000 employees.

Cinco De Mayo Menu Tip: Start With Fresh California Avocados

February 22, 2012 California Avocado Commission

On CaliforniaAvocado.com/Foodservice, operators can browse a variety of exciting recipes to create California Cinco signatures like Crab & California Avocado Quesadilla, Romaine Salad with Avocado, Jicama and Orange, and Avocado-Mango Cooler, one of the California Avocado Commissions refreshing beverages.

Bakery Supplier CSM To Slim Down European Unit

February 22, 2012 Ivana Sekularac, Reuters

CSM, the world's largest bakery products supplier, may sell up to one third of its recession-hit European business, hurt by weak consumer spending and high prices for key ingredients such as wheat and sugar.

George Weston Ltd. Appoints Richard Dufresne As Chief Financial Officer

February 22, 2012 George Weston Limited

George Weston Limited today announced the appointment of Richard Dufresne as Chief Financial Officer of George Weston Limited. He will begin his duties on March 26, 2012.