Solazyme To Showcase Breakthrough Whole Algal Flour At IBIE

October 3, 2013 Solazyme, Inc.

Solazyme, Inc., a leading innovator in microalgae, announced today that they will be exhibiting at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas October 6(th) -9(th) . The company intends to showcase its breakthrough lipid alternative, Whole Algal Flour, at the show. This revolutionary baking solution is designed to improve the nutrition profile of bakery applications without sacrificing taste, texture or functionality. Whole Algal Flour can replace eggs, butter, milk and other lipid ingredients, providing a unique solution for gluten-free, sweet and savory baking applications. Solazyme will be sampling delicious baked goods made with Whole Algal Flour at Booth 2971.

Anthony Hucker Joins Schnucks As Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer

October 3, 2013 Schnuck Markets, Inc.

Leaders of St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets, Inc. today announced Anthony T. Hucker has joined the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, effective September 30.

Kroger Names Steve McKinney President Of Fry's Food Stores

October 3, 2013 The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. announced the promotion of Steve McKinney as president of the Fry's Food Stores division. Fry's operates 119 food stores in Arizona.

United Natural Foods Acquires Trudeau Foods

October 3, 2013 United Natural Foods

United Natural Foods Inc., which distributes natural and organic and specialty foods, said Thursday that it's buying Minnesota distributor Trudeau Foods to grow its market share.

Specialty Grocers Push Into Northeast Florida

The influx of specialty food stores into the Jacksonville market is the future of the grocery industry, an analyst said.