Loblaw Expects Food Business To Grow Despite Decline In Food, Bakery Prices

Loblaw Companies Ltd. reported a $201-million net profit or 50 cents per common share in its fourth quarter of 2016 — up 57 per cent from the year before — partly due to operational improvements and special items in both years. The company lowered prices during the quarter, mostly for produce, meat and baked goods, Galen G. Weston, chair and CEO, said during a conference call.

FDA Issues GRAS No Objection Letter For SweeGen's BESTEVIA Reb-M Stevia Sweetener

March 2, 2017 Ingredion Incorporated

SweeGen, a nature based sweetener company, and Ingredion Incorporated, a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) No Objection Letter for BESTEVIA™ Reb-M stevia sweetener for use as a general purpose sweetener for food and beverage applications in the United States.

Golbon Announces New Distributor Member

March 2, 2017 Golbon

Golbon is pleased to announce the addition of Don Greene Foods located in Miami Beach, Florida.

24th Annual International Restaurant & Foodservice Show Of New York Opens Sunday At The Javits Center

The 24th Annual International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York will open on Sunday, March 5 at the Javits Center in New York and run through Tuesday, March 7. Over 17,500 restaurant and foodservice industry professionals will gather to see and sample thousands of products, services, and equipment from more than 550 leading vendors, and participate in 40+ educational programs and many special events.

Devault Foods Launches New Signature Burger Line

March 2, 2017 Devault Foods

Devault Foods is proud to announce the launch of a line of Signature Fresh and Frozen Burgers. The burgers represent the best of Devault Foods' heritage, experience and taste.