Patriot Pickle Acquires First Place Foods, LLC

May 25, 2023 Swander Pace Capital

Patriot Pickle, a Swander Pace Capital portfolio company that manufactures and distributes fresh, high-quality pickles across the United States to restaurant chains, supermarkets and delis, announced today it has acquired First Place Foods. First Place Foods, located in Garland, Texas, is a producer of fresh pickles, fermented pickles, relish, and other pickled vegetables primarily for the foodservice and institutional channels.

Stonyfield Organic Announces $7M Plant Expansion to Double Yogurt Pouch Output

May 25, 2023 Stonyfield Organic

Stonyfield Organic is announcing the expansion of its Londonderry, New Hampshire facility to meet the growing demand for its yogurt pouches. The brand is expanding its plant by 17,000 square feet, marking the second largest expansion in brand history.

Kraft Singles Are Getting a Major Makeover

The company’s Kraft Singles are getting a a major makeover, with not only “easier to open individual wrapping” but also a refreshed logo and new packaging design. It’s the product’s first redesign in five years.

Angel Yeast Unveils New Products and Solutions at Bakery China 2023

May 25, 2023 Angel Yeast

Angel Yeast, the world’s leading yeast manufacturer, showcased a wide range of new products and solutions at Bakery China, which ran from May 22 to May 25 in Shanghai. The exhibition is a significant trade show for the industry. As the top player in yeast products, Angel Yeast brought its most relevant products to the expo at Booth 51F11, embracing some of the key food trends in recent years.

Halton expands manufacturing facility in Kentucky, with $7.4M investment Creating 60 full-time jobs

May 25, 2023 Halton Group

Phil Meredith, Foodservice SBA Director Americas announced the expansion of Halton’s manufacturing facility dedicated to the commercial air handling segment. Halton, a leading maker of commercial kitchen ventilation and air distribution systems, invests $7.4 million to expand the company’s facility in Allen County, creating 60 full-time Kentucky jobs. Works will start immediately and are expected to complete during 1st half of 2024.