SupplyOne Acquires Specialty Packaging to Bolster New England Footprint
SupplyOne, Inc. announced the purchase of Connecticut‑based Specialty Packaging, LLC, a move that expands its regional distribution network and adds the proprietary SteamRight microwavable packaging line. The deal underscores growing consolidation in packaging logistics, a sector attracting middle‑market private‑equity interest.
ICE Canola Futures Jump $5‑$6 per Tonne on Strong Demand and Rising Veg‑Oil Prices
ICE canola futures surged $5‑$6 per tonne amid robust demand and climbing vegetable‑oil and energy markets. The rally reflects tighter global veg‑oil supplies, higher freight costs and a broader grain market rebound, raising concerns for Canadian growers and downstream food...
US Soybeans Plant Faster
🇺🇸U.S. soybeans are 6% planted, above expectations and historically quick. Corn is 5% planted, slightly ahead of last year. Winter wheat conditions dropped another point this week. https://t.co/Yy2wWIzMud
China-Bound Soybean Inspections Top at 12.7M Bu
Export inspections in the week ending April 9 for shipment to China specifically (mln bu): #corn 0.0, grain sorghum 8.0, #soybeans 12.7, #wheat 0.0 #oatt
Diafa Acquires Majority Stake in Ivy Empire for $1.78B
Abu Dhabi investor Diafa has agreed to purchase a controlling interest in the Ivy empire, the UK restaurant and private members’ club group owned by Richard Caring, in a deal valued at £1.4 billion ($1.78 billion). The transaction includes venues such as...
People Are Baffled by the Vague “Refresher” Label
What the damn hell is a "Refresher" anyway? They're suddenly all over the place and nobody really can definite what it is.
The Truth in the Tagline of Your Packaging - Marketing Sustainability in a Regulated World
The webinar, co‑hosted by Packaging Europe, the Polish Ministry and Bulio International Group, examined how packaging companies can market sustainability without breaching increasingly strict regulations. Speakers highlighted the legal, commercial and reputational hazards of unsubstantiated environmental claims, especially around recyclability,...
Hormuz Blockage Fuels Fertilizer Crisis; Policy Aid Needed
Ships still aren’t moving through the Strait of Hormuz. Fertilizer delays are forcing farmers to pay more or cut use. They need timebound, targeted help. With right policy and diplomacy, nations can still avert a global food crisis. Watch our...
Milk the Profit From Gelato Production
The webinar, chaired by Debbie James, explored how dairy farms can diversify revenue by producing gelato. With farm‑gate milk prices under pressure, converting surplus milk into a premium frozen dessert offers a higher‑margin outlet for farmers. Panelists highlighted that Carpagani, the...
Luxury Ice Craze Hits Upscale Hotel Bars as Premium Cubes Command $75‑$100 Prices
Boutique hotels and upscale hotel bars are embracing a new luxury ice trend, sourcing crystal‑clear cubes from specialist firms that charge $75 for nine cubes or $100 for six glacial pieces. The market, driven by brands such as Hundredweight Ice...
Dairy Thrives in Wellness Age
The dairy category is repositioning itself as a wellness staple, emphasizing its natural protein, probiotics and vitamin content. High‑protein milks, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese and kefir are seeing double‑digit sales growth as shoppers seek low‑sugar, functional options. Retailers such as...
Hardee’s Is Reopening Dozens of Restaurants: See a List of Closed Locations that Are Back in Business
Hardee’s is quietly reopening dozens of previously closed restaurants in the Southeast after a legal dispute with franchisee ARC Burger forced 77 locations to shut in December 2025. The chain has already converted 15 sites in Georgia, Missouri and South Carolina to...
Fever-Tree Appoints GHF as Exclusive London on Trade Partner
Fever‑Tree, the UK’s leading premium mixer brand, has named GHF its exclusive on‑trade partner for London. The deal embeds GHF as a dedicated resource within Fever‑Tree’s UK commercial structure, reporting to the central team. GHF will drive distribution, account management...
Heart of England Co-Operative Installs Cybake ISB Software to Manage In-Store Bakery and Food to Go Production
Heart of England Co-operative rolled out Cybake ISB software across its 38 stores to manage in‑store bakery and food‑to‑go production. The platform uses forecasting and real‑time sales data to schedule multi‑wave baking, delivering tablet‑based instructions to staff and KPI dashboards...
Bill’s X Poppy Cooks 25th Anniversary Menu Lands Nationwide Today
Bill’s has partnered with viral food creator Poppy Cooks to launch a limited‑edition, potato‑centric menu across all 49 UK restaurants from April 13 to June 8. The collaboration introduces three exclusive dishes—Poppy’s Burger, Loaded Tater Tots, and Crispy Smash Potato Salad—alongside two...
Côte Brasserie Launches Its New Range of Dish of the Day for Just £10,
Côte Brasserie has introduced a daily "Dish of the Day" menu priced at £10 (about $12.5) featuring French classics crafted by former Gordon Ramsay executive chef Steve Allen. The five‑day rotation runs Monday‑Friday and includes items such as Steak Frites,...
Chicago's Moody Tongue Becomes World’s Only Michelin‑Starred Brewery
Moody Tongue’s upscale Dining Room in Chicago has earned a Michelin star, making it the world’s only brewery to achieve the distinction. The 28‑seat venue pairs a seasonal tasting menu with on‑site crafted beers, redefining the boundaries between craft brewing...
Could the GLP-1 Boom Open the Door to Shrinkflation?
GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs are reshaping consumer eating habits, driving demand for smaller, nutrient‑dense portions. In the United States adoption is rapid, while Europe sees slower, but steady growth. Food manufacturers are likely to respond with targeted, portion‑controlled products rather than...
