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KRAFT makes major change to Real Mayo and MIRACLE WHIP packaging

The Kraft Heinz Co. announced a new goal in 2023 to reduce the use of virgin plastic in its global packaging portfolio by 20 percent by 2030.

August 18, 2023

Brands will transition packaging to 100-percent recycled content in the United States beginning in 2024, in an effort to eliminate approximately 14 million pounds of virgin plastic.

Kraft Heinz announces new CEO

Miguel Patricio will transition to a new role as non-executive chair of the board.

August 17, 2023

Carlos Abrams-Rivera will take over for Miguel Patricio on Jan. 1.

Groupe Lactalis to expand in Chicago

The French dairy giant has in recent years been growing its business in the United States, which is now its second-largest market, Bloomberg reported.

June 23, 2023

According to Bloomberg, the company plans to hire almost 100 people at Chicago over the next year following the Kraft Cheese transaction.

Bites the dust

Kraft discontinues Milk Bites; Nestle pulls back on 2 ice cream products

Dairy Foods' editors liked them, but the buying public had other ideas.

January 2, 2013

Kraft Foods plans to discontinue its Milk Bite granola bar snacks in early 2013 and Nestle USA has discontinued its Skinny Cow Shakes and Wonka premium ice cream for 2013.

A new product from Kraft gives home chefs a quick way to prepare dinner

June 8, 2012

A new grocery item that pairs cheese with nondairy ingredients required an entirely new package. Fresh Take from Kraft Foods, Glenview, Ill., contains cheese, bread crumbs and seasonings. It is intended to help the home chef create dinner entrees quickly with a three-step mix-coat-bake approach.

Awards

O'Donnell receives ADPI's award of merit

May 7, 2012

At its annual meeting last week, the American Dairy Products Institute named Joseph A. O'Donnell as the 2012 Recipient of the Award of Merit. The Award of Merit was established in 1991 to recognize individuals who have made a significant difference in the processed dairy products industry.

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