SKU cuts and vendor shortlists defined CPG supply chains in 2020
Simplification was the name of the game as the pandemic made managing complex supply chains more complicated.
2020
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Johnny Rockets owner Fat Brands merges with its CEO’s investment fund
The deal will enable the restaurant chain collector to raise more capital and make more acquisitions.
Clock Ticking on Brexit Trade Deal
The British food industry is preparing for unknown tariffs, trade restrictions and general chaos as the deadline for a Brexit deal approaches.
Tate & Lyle acquires stevia manufacturer Sweet Green Fields
Before taking full ownership, the British company had both a minority stake and a global distribution partnership with the U.S.-based firm.
Diverse & Global: Top Finalists Announced For World’s First Female Plant-Based Pitch Competition
Vegan Women Summit has announced the five finalists that will take to the stage to pitch to a jury of leading food tech investors and experts.
The COVID-19 vaccine's logistics will be targeted. Vet the supply chain.
A burst of activity and demand will create openings for providers of transportation and warehouse facilities that may have poor security practices, the author writes.
Goldman Sachs to acquire a significant stake in Zaxby's
The investment will enable the Athens, Ga.-based chicken chain to accelerate its growth and expand into new sales channels.
Ben & Jerry's Helping Give an Extra Boost to Cocoa Farmers
The ice cream brand known for its humanitarian activism is partnering with Fairtrade to help cocoa farmers in West Africa earn a higher price for their beans.
Federal regulators examine franchise rules amid debate on their effectiveness
As the Federal Trade Commission begins what could be a long process to change its franchise regulations, considerable differences exist in
Luxury Food Sales Edge Up
Sales of high-end foods are inching upward as consumers look for ways to treat themselves during the pandemic.
Big Mountain Foods Erecting a 70,000-sq.-ft. Vancouver Plant
Multi-million-dollar facility for plant-based foods should be operational in the first quarter of 2021.
Amy’s Kitchen Building New Plant
Amy’s Kitchen has announced plans to open a new facility in San Jose, Calif.
Caribe Juice Acquires WTRMLN WTR
Both companies use high-pressure processing to pasteurize their novel juices.
Ocado acquires stake in robotics startup focused on click-and-collect tech
The U.K.-based e-grocer and fulfillment company said Myrmex's automated pickup technology integrates with its current suite of solutions.
Nike Launches ‘Move To Zero’ Carbon & Waste Campaign To ‘Protect Future Of Sport’
Sportswear giant Nike has announced a new sustainability initiative with the “singular aim” of “protecting the future of sport”.
Q&A w/ BVeg Foods: "We Want To Become An End-To-End Solution Provider For The Plant-Based Industry"
GFI India Innovation Specialist Shardul Dabir talks to BVeg Foods co-founders Prateek and Akanksha Ghai about their ambitions to build a global plant-based startup based.
