As vice president of sales and marketing, Fernando Alvear will help grow Mi Rancho’s present in the foodservice and grocery sectors.

The tortilla and Mexican foods manufacturer is celebrating 75 years of business by recognizing and honoring those who have contributed to its growth and success.

As much as the tortilla category stays the same, it also has been striving to include more clean-label, non-GMO, and organic options. The standard white flour or corn tortilla that you see on grocery shelves will continue to persist, but consumers may see vegetable options like sweet potato tortillas alongside them, too.

The past several years have been kind to the tortilla market. Tortillas and tortilla chips are essentials across U.S. retail and foodservice sectors, with steady growth over the past several years.

A substantial number of snack and bakery processors have turned to tubular drag conveyor systems, which gently move product through a sealed, enclosed tube using a drag cable and circular discs pulled through on a loop.

Dorner’s new AquaGard Low Profile (LP) conveyor is designed to fit in tight spaces, making it the ideal sanitary conveyor for dry or wipedown applications within the packaging, pharmaceutical, confectionary, bakery, and other packaged food industries. 

Multi-Conveyor recently built a set of sanitary food-grade conveyors that combine dual lanes of cup-size containers to feed an existing metal detector.  

A new Flexicon Mobile Sanitary IBC Unloading and Conveying System transfers contamination-sensitive bulk solid materials from Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) to downstream processes, dust-free.  

Vanmark India unveils new conveying equipment at India's largest tradeshow for food, drink processing suppliers.

The Sapore Lavida launch marks the beginning of long-term reg-ag partnerships for Puratos.

Secret Sun Salt's patented, reduced and full sodium sea salts are suitable for a wide range of commercial food applications, including baked goods and snacks.

Artisan breads rely on few ingredients—essentially flour, water, salt and yeast—each serving a critical function in the creation of a finished loaf.

Founded and based near Seattle, SaltWorks supplies premium-grade specialty salts to wholesale, retail, and consumer markets throughout the world.

Cargill's new specialty, powder-like sea salt is ideal for applications that require extremely fine sizing for blending, including dry soup, cereal, flour and spice mixes, as well as for topping snack foods.

SaltWorks has introduced Pacific Blue Micro and Mini Flake Sea Salt, trailblazing finishing salts for manufacturers.

Organic chickpea snack company relaunches chickpea tortilla chip line and debuts Sea Salt & Lime flavor.

The upcycled tortilla chips reportedly save 20 gallons of water per bag.

The pineapple chips are part of the brand's new Crispy Crunchy Dried Fruit Chip collection, and the chocolate-covered macadamias are part of a revamp to its chocolate portfolio.

The Planters brand aims to redefine the snacking experience with the introduction of its latest flavored cashews.

Each bag includes uniquely flavored pieces like Spices & Herb Chex, Ranch Flavored Wing Puff, Toasted Breadstick, and Buffalo Sauce Chex. 

Salty + Sweet is available in three flavors: Vanilla Crunch Almonds, Maple Crunch Almonds, and Cinnamon Crunch Cashews.

Bruce Gubser joins the Kansas-based supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches as east central regional sales manager for ingredients.

The Kansas-based supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches will hold celebratory observances throughout 2016 tied to the theme ‘75 Years Strong.’

Ingredion Incorporated, a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, announced six additions to its PRECISA Crisp line of functional starch texturizers for the snack industry. 

To meet growing demand for sprouted grain foods, Angelic Bakehouse has added Sprouted Artisan Seven-Grain Premium Wraps to its flatbread line.

Guests at many AMC locations can enjoy new artisan dishes and sweet treats, all designed to tantalize tastebuds and enhance the movie-going experience that help make movies better.

IFPA Global attendees will get to experience the variety before its release in February 2025.

MGP Ingredients taps food industry executive Michael Buttshaw to lead its ingredients business.

Salt is a necessary and enjoyable ingredient that’s often vilified.

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that nearly half of children’s sodium intake comes from 10 foods, including bread and rolls.

Salt of the Earth Umami-Essence Sea Salt is a natural, savory liquid mixture of vegetable-extract umami and sea salt.

San Francisco Salt Co. will unveil its new gourmet salt line at Natural Products Expo West in March.

With snacking up during the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the amount of salt in snacks is an on-trend task for snack companies.

UK intellectual property investment group Tekcapital PLC has announced a major expansion of its MicroSalt brand.

The line of tortillas features chocolate, churro, ranch, BBQ, pumpkin spice, and buffalo spice flavors.

The retailer’s new line includes snacks, desserts, beverages, and other items.

There is nothing like a pandemic to test a company's limitations. While food producers received official designation as "essential" businesses as the COVID-19 pandemic descended on the American food industry, continuing operations during the pandemic did not equate to business as usual.

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, snack and bakery companies increase and adjust sanitation procedures for their facilities.

Reviewing and revising sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Back by popular demand, Sandwi-chips, crafted with Herr’s flavor expertise, feature bold condiment flavors and a hearty crunch that aims to complement sandwiches.

Whether gearing up for summer travel, or simply packing for a summer picnic, Frito-Lay has a variety of flavors and on-the-go options to help consumers fuel the summer fun. 

Celebrity Chef Joe Sasto from Bravo’s Top Chef officially launched Tantos, a puffed pasta chip, in four flavors: Marinara, Cacio e Pepe, Pesto, and Classico.

The new kettle cooked potato chips are available in three flavors: Original, Zesty Jalapeno, and Sweet Maui Onion. 

Pretzel Pete, Inc. announced that it is adding four new flavors to its Topzels product line.

Representatives of JTM Foods LLC and its financial partner Tenex Capital Management announced the expansion, joining Wichita leaders in the groundbreaking at ict21 Industrial District.

The sandwiches aim to bring a balance of good taste and clean label to the table.

Hitting shelves nationwide the first week of April, the launch marks the latest expansion from Del Real Foods.

The new quesadillas leverage Kraft Heinz’s 360CRISP technology to deliver crispiness straight from the microwave.

Candy is still dandy, but there is an increasingly broad range of trick-or-treat options.

Consumers can delight in Dunkin's festive favorites, like its Cookie Butter Donut, plus its new almond croissant.