"Beyond designing software, we have to think about how to help elevate the experience for customers and retailers and solve really hard challenges, like making a societal impact, specifically around waste," said Lauren Kennedy, Upshop.

While Jorge Zarate — chief supply chain officer and chief sustainability officer at Grupo Bimbo and IBIE 2025 chair — doesn’t deny the challenges the global industry faces, he said overall the category is performing well.

The initial H5N1 detection was found through silo testing under the USDA’s National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS). USDA then began investigating and tracing the virus.

Boar's Head paused operations Feb. 13 for a company-wide initiative called “Boar’s Head Food Safety Promise Day.”

SeaPak Shrimp & Seafood has launched a new product inspired by New Orleans cuisine, SeaPak Classic Cajun Style Shrimp.

New additions to the Roastables line are already in development, featuring other premium fresh vegetables from Ocean Mist Farms.

The demand for fresh-cut vegetables and fruits is not only strong but it continues to grow, driven by a combination of evolving consumer preferences and broader societal trends. Carrots, in particular, are a standout in this category.

Specialty cheese companies making sweet heat-flavored cheeses can lean into demand for healthier indulgent foods and highlight their cheeses as fresh, premium ingredients that can level up pizzas made at home.

The Mashgin kiosks can identify multiple items simultaneously in seconds with nearly 100% accuracy.

Family-owned European bakery leader Vandemoortele welcomes Anthony Castellano as vice president of sales in the North American market.