Cargill And The International Cocoa Initiative On A Journey To Improve The Lives Of Children

February 8, 2017 Cargill

Cargill, one of the world's largest food and agriculture companies, and the International Cocoa Initiative (ICI), a leader in child protection in cocoa growing, have partnered to expand their joint actions on child labour in Côte d'Ivoire. Scaling up a relationship that has been ongoing since 2002, the two organizations are now establishing a monitoring system in Cargill's cocoa supply chain to identify and protect children, especially those involved in child labour.

Fred Meyer 100% Whole Wheat Bread Recalled Due To Undeclared Milk

February 8, 2017 Fred Meyer Stores

Fred Meyer Stores has recalled the 16 oz  Fred Meyer 100% Whole Wheat Bread sold in its retail stores because the product may contain nonfat dry milk not listed on the label.

ABA Celebrates Life Of Baking Industry Legend

February 8, 2017 American Bakers Association

“ABA extends its condolences and deepest sympathies to the entire Servitje family for the recent passing of Don Lorenzo Servitje,” said American Bakers Association President & CEO Robb MacKie. “We are all deeply honored and humbled to have been a part of Don Lorenzo’s extended baking family.”

Welbilt & Halton Group Announce Strategic Alliance

Welbilt Inc, a leading worldwide supplier of commercial foodservice equipment and Halton, a technology leader in indoor air solutions for professional kitchens, have entered into a strategic alliance to facilitate the integration of Halton's ventilation systems into a wide range of Welbilt’s equipment to better meet the needs of their customers.

In 2017, Food Safety Is Front & Center At Legacy Foodservice Alliance

February 8, 2017 Legacy Foodservice Alliance

With the many food safety laws, rules and regulations impacting food service distributors, Legacy Foodservice Alliance, the Richmond-based Supply Chain Alliance, has launched a program to aid Independent Food Distributors with compliance. Classes are designed to be small in size, to ensure that attendees are given the attention needed for their success in planning their food safety strategies and procedures. Legacy also offers an onsite option for Members.