The board of Ornua has announced the appointment of Conor Galvin as the company’s new chief executive, effective May 2024. Galvin will take over from Donal Buggy, who has been interim chief executive of Ornua since last September. Buggy took up the role last year as John Jordan stepped down as CEO, after 30 years with the dairy giant. Galvin is currently CEO of Dairygold – he joined the company in 2014 before becoming chief executive in 2022. Prior to joining Dairygold, Galvin was finance director at Dairy Conveyor Corp’s food and beverage division and was also country finance manager at Procter & Gamble in Ireland. Irish dairy coop Dairygold says it is now in the process of recruiting and appointing a new CEO. In the interim, Michael Harte, the society’s CFO, has been appointed chief executive, with immediate effect, to lead the organisation during the transition period. Aidan O’Driscoll, Ornua Co-operative's chair, said: “ appointment follows a comprehensive selection process led by a board subcommittee. Galvin has a deep knowledge of the dairy sector and has extensive senior executive experience. He is deeply committed to the cooperative nature of the dairy business and has a strong focus on working in close partnership with key stakeholders. My fellow board directors and I look forward to working with Galvin as Ornua continues its journey of delivering long-term sustainable growth.” He continued: “I would like to thank Donal Buggy, who has been Ornua’s interim chief executive since last September. Donal’s tireless commitment to the business has been vital during this transition period, and he will remain in his current role of Interim chief executive until May, and thereafter continue in his role of group chief financial officer.” In the months before his transition, Galvin will work with Dairygold’s board and interim CEO Harte to ensure a smooth and efficient transition. CEO designate Conor Galvin commented: “I am honoured and excited to be given the opportunity to lead Ornua into the future. For decades, Ornua has delivered significant value for Irish dairy families through the strong connection that it creates between farmers and consumers. I will encourage collaboration at all levels within the industry to positively address the challenges that face the sector in the years ahead. Ornua has demonstrated a long-term vision of growth and investment, and I look forward to leading the next phase of that development.”

The board of Ornua has announced the appointment of Conor Galvin as the company’s new chief executive, effective May 2024. Galvin will take over from Donal Buggy, who has been interim chief executive of Ornua since last September. Buggy took up the role last year as John Jordan stepped down as CEO, after 30 years with the dairy giant. Galvin is currently CEO of Dairygold – he joined the company in 2014 before becoming chief executive in 2022. Prior to joining Dairygold, Galvin was finance director at Dairy Conveyor Corp’s food and beverage division and was also country finance manager at Procter & Gamble in Ireland. Irish dairy coop Dairygold says it is now in the process of recruiting and appointing a new CEO. In the interim, Michael Harte, the society’s CFO, has been appointed chief executive, with immediate effect, to lead the organisation during the transition period. Aidan O’Driscoll, Ornua Co-operative's chair, said: “ appointment follows a comprehensive selection process led by a board subcommittee. Galvin has a deep knowledge of the dairy sector and has extensive senior executive experience. He is deeply committed to the cooperative nature of the dairy business and has a strong focus on working in close partnership with key stakeholders. My fellow board directors and I look forward to working with Galvin as Ornua continues its journey of delivering long-term sustainable growth.” He continued: “I would like to thank Donal Buggy, who has been Ornua’s interim chief executive since last September. Donal’s tireless commitment to the business has been vital during this transition period, and he will remain in his current role of Interim chief executive until May, and thereafter continue in his role of group chief financial officer.” In the months before his transition, Galvin will work with Dairygold’s board and interim CEO Harte to ensure a smooth and efficient transition. CEO designate Conor Galvin commented: “I am honoured and excited to be given the opportunity to lead Ornua into the future. For decades, Ornua has delivered significant value for Irish dairy families through the strong connection that it creates between farmers and consumers. I will encourage collaboration at all levels within the industry to positively address the challenges that face the sector in the years ahead. Ornua has demonstrated a long-term vision of growth and investment, and I look forward to leading the next phase of that development.”

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has announced plans to build a new facility for producing pea protein isolate at its existing industrial complex located in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. The site will allow LDC to offer customers functional, taste-neutral, nutritious ingredients suitable for dairy alternatives, high-protein nutrition solutions and other plant-based applications. It will also expand the company's existing pea protein isolate and non-GMO soy isolate offerings. LDC’s CEO Michael Gelchie said: “As a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods, LDC is committed to helping meet demand for food, feed and biofuels through our integrated and expanding North American industrial centres – Claypool (Indiana) and Upper Sandusky (Ohio) in the US, and Yorkton (Saskatchewan) in Canada." "And like other key development projects for LDC in North America, the investment announced today is an important step in the group’s global growth strategy, as part of our plans to diversify revenue through value-added products – in this case, addressing growing demand for high-quality, nutritious and sustainable plant-based protein alternatives." Thibaut Ferté, LDC’s head of plant proteins business, added: “Pea protein demand continues to grow due to its non-allergen and non-GMO status and its sustainability and versatility across many food applications. Leveraging our expertise, value chain and global asset footprint, we aim to address current industry challenges with a unique and best-in-class product." "This was made possible thanks to proprietary technology developed at our dedicated R&D centre in Livermore, California, where we continue to build future solutions alongside our customers, including plans to expand beyond pea and soy to offer a range of premium proteins.” Scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, the plant is expected to employ around 60 people.

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has announced plans to build a new facility for producing pea protein isolate at its existing industrial complex located in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. The site will allow LDC to offer customers functional, taste-neutral, nutritious ingredients suitable for dairy alternatives, high-protein nutrition solutions and other plant-based applications. It will also expand the company's existing pea protein isolate and non-GMO soy isolate offerings. LDC’s CEO Michael Gelchie said: “As a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods, LDC is committed to helping meet demand for food, feed and biofuels through our integrated and expanding North American industrial centres – Claypool (Indiana) and Upper Sandusky (Ohio) in the US, and Yorkton (Saskatchewan) in Canada." "And like other key development projects for LDC in North America, the investment announced today is an important step in the group’s global growth strategy, as part of our plans to diversify revenue through value-added products – in this case, addressing growing demand for high-quality, nutritious and sustainable plant-based protein alternatives." Thibaut Ferté, LDC’s head of plant proteins business, added: “Pea protein demand continues to grow due to its non-allergen and non-GMO status and its sustainability and versatility across many food applications. Leveraging our expertise, value chain and global asset footprint, we aim to address current industry challenges with a unique and best-in-class product." "This was made possible thanks to proprietary technology developed at our dedicated R&D centre in Livermore, California, where we continue to build future solutions alongside our customers, including plans to expand beyond pea and soy to offer a range of premium proteins.” Scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, the plant is expected to employ around 60 people.

Danone Canada has launched a new plant-based yogurt made with Canadian pea protein in two flavour varieties. The yogurts contain 12g of protein per serving and provide consumers with a Greek-style thick texture. Available in key lime and vanilla varieties, the new Silk yogurts are said to deliver on taste, consistency and nutrition. Pierre Morin, VP of research and innovation at Danone Canada, said: “The new Silk protein plant-based yogurt range provides Canadians with a versatile offering that meets ever-changing dietary needs and preferences, while also providing them enhanced locality from the Silk brand.” He continued: “We know from our research that not only are Canadians looking for products that help them achieve their daily protein intake goals, they’re also looking to purchase products sourced and produced in Canada. With this launch, we are proud to announce our use of Canadian pea protein to create a great tasting, high in protein product that supports local sourcing and production”. With the new launch, Danone Canada says it has committed to bringing the majority of its Silk yogurt production to its local manufacturing plant in Boucherville, Quebec, helping to meet the needs of Canadian consumers who search for products made locally. Silk has also introduced an improved recipe and new flavours and sizes for its current range of coconut plant-based yogurts. The now more neutral-tasting recipe is also a source of calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. Silk Active Health Category’s probiotic plant-based yogurt has also been revamped and is now available in a bigger 625g format and two new flavours – blueberry and cherry. The new pea protein Greek-style yogurts are available to purchase now in retailers across Canada. You may also like to read: Major supermarkets cut price of Aptamil baby formula Danone to close yogurt plant in Spain Platinum Equity to buy Horizon Organic and Wallaby from Danone

Young’s Seafood, the UK-based seafood company, has introduced a new line of coated fish products inspired by Asian cuisine. The 'Taste of Asia' range is part of Young’s’ Gastro brand and features four limited edition products: Korean-Inspired Chilli, Lime & Ginger Breaded Fish Fillets, Thai-Inspired Sweet Chilli Breaded Fish Fillets, Japanese-Inspired Lime & Soy Tempura Battered Fish Fillets and Thai Inspired Breaded Fish Cakes. Responding to the growing interest in international cuisine, Young’s is introducing a range of coated fish products that offer versatility. These options can be served with noodles, rice or salad, offering a fresh twist on midweek meals and expanding dining options. The new range features distinctive flavour profiles inspired by South-East Asian cuisine and includes classic breaded or battered coatings that are simple to prepare at home. Young’s has embraced the growing popularity of Korean cuisine to craft the robust flavours in its Korean-inspired Chilli, Lime & Ginger Breaded Fish Fillets. Similarly, the Sweet Chilli Breaded Fish Fillets and Thai-Inspired Breaded Fish Cakes capture the sweet and spicy tastes of Thailand. Lastly, the Japanese-Inspired Lime & Soy Tempura Battered Fish Fillets offer a tangy, umami flavour reminiscent of Japanese cuisine. Julian Fletcher, marketing director for Young’s Seafood, said: “We are always looking at new ways we can bring inspiration from the restaurant world to the frozen aisle, something which has helped drive the Gastro brand’s growth in recent years.” “With consumers looking to introduce more seafood in their diet, and their growing interest in global cuisine, we’ve created four new products that offer an easy way to bring more taste and excitement to fish at mealtimes.” The new product range launches exclusively in Iceland stores this month, with further retail rollout to follow.

Young’s Seafood, the UK-based seafood company, has introduced a new line of coated fish products inspired by Asian cuisine. The 'Taste of Asia' range is part of Young’s’ Gastro brand and features four limited edition products: Korean-Inspired Chilli, Lime & Ginger Breaded Fish Fillets, Thai-Inspired Sweet Chilli Breaded Fish Fillets, Japanese-Inspired Lime & Soy Tempura Battered Fish Fillets and Thai Inspired Breaded Fish Cakes. Responding to the growing interest in international cuisine, Young’s is introducing a range of coated fish products that offer versatility. These options can be served with noodles, rice or salad, offering a fresh twist on midweek meals and expanding dining options. The new range features distinctive flavour profiles inspired by South-East Asian cuisine and includes classic breaded or battered coatings that are simple to prepare at home. Young’s has embraced the growing popularity of Korean cuisine to craft the robust flavours in its Korean-inspired Chilli, Lime & Ginger Breaded Fish Fillets. Similarly, the Sweet Chilli Breaded Fish Fillets and Thai-Inspired Breaded Fish Cakes capture the sweet and spicy tastes of Thailand. Lastly, the Japanese-Inspired Lime & Soy Tempura Battered Fish Fillets offer a tangy, umami flavour reminiscent of Japanese cuisine. Julian Fletcher, marketing director for Young’s Seafood, said: “We are always looking at new ways we can bring inspiration from the restaurant world to the frozen aisle, something which has helped drive the Gastro brand’s growth in recent years.” “With consumers looking to introduce more seafood in their diet, and their growing interest in global cuisine, we’ve created four new products that offer an easy way to bring more taste and excitement to fish at mealtimes.” The new product range launches exclusively in Iceland stores this month, with further retail rollout to follow.

Nelson-Jameson, a US-based food processing distributor specialising in dairy production supplies, has officially relocated its Twin Falls, Idaho, distribution operations to its newly established hub in Jerome. This move signifies a pivotal moment for the company, as it consolidates its efforts to enhance service capabilities and efficiency within the Idaho region. Ground was broken on the Jerome facility back in September 2022. The new location joins a network of five Nelson-Jameson distribution centres across the US, further cementing the company's commitment to delivering a comprehensive range of food processing products and services while upholding high-quality safety and compliance standards. Mike Rindy, president of Nelson-Jameson, said: “Nelson-Jameson’s commitment to the growth of the food processing industry in the Pacific Northwest is exemplified by our company's expansion in Idaho’s Magic Valley. Our substantial investment in the Jerome distribution centre underscores our dedication to the region while prioritising food quality and safety for our customers.” Spanning 1.5 million cubic feet, the new facility comprises office space, refrigerated and frozen storage areas, as well as a service and maintenance section. The centre supports the company's progressive environmental goals, such as reducing its carbon footprint and advancing sustainability within the food processing industry. The construction of the facility incorporates architecturally integrated energy-saving features, such as insulated concrete tilt wall panels, LED lighting, occupancy sensors for lighting control, high-efficiency heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, as well as energy-efficient warehouse storage systems. Rindy added: “Food safety is of paramount importance to Nelson-Jameson. Designed to align with industry advancements and regulations, the centre fosters employee engagement in customer plants, offering technical expertise and leading training workshops. This exemplifies our commitment to partnering with food producers, delivering a holistic range of solutions for their success.” A grand opening for the Jerome site is planned for spring.

Nelson-Jameson, a US-based food processing distributor specialising in dairy production supplies, has officially relocated its Twin Falls, Idaho, distribution operations to its newly established hub in Jerome. This move signifies a pivotal moment for the company, as it consolidates its efforts to enhance service capabilities and efficiency within the Idaho region. Ground was broken on the Jerome facility back in September 2022. The new location joins a network of five Nelson-Jameson distribution centres across the US, further cementing the company's commitment to delivering a comprehensive range of food processing products and services while upholding high-quality safety and compliance standards. Mike Rindy, president of Nelson-Jameson, said: “Nelson-Jameson’s commitment to the growth of the food processing industry in the Pacific Northwest is exemplified by our company's expansion in Idaho’s Magic Valley. Our substantial investment in the Jerome distribution centre underscores our dedication to the region while prioritising food quality and safety for our customers.” Spanning 1.5 million cubic feet, the new facility comprises office space, refrigerated and frozen storage areas, as well as a service and maintenance section. The centre supports the company's progressive environmental goals, such as reducing its carbon footprint and advancing sustainability within the food processing industry. The construction of the facility incorporates architecturally integrated energy-saving features, such as insulated concrete tilt wall panels, LED lighting, occupancy sensors for lighting control, high-efficiency heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, as well as energy-efficient warehouse storage systems. Rindy added: “Food safety is of paramount importance to Nelson-Jameson. Designed to align with industry advancements and regulations, the centre fosters employee engagement in customer plants, offering technical expertise and leading training workshops. This exemplifies our commitment to partnering with food producers, delivering a holistic range of solutions for their success.” A grand opening for the Jerome site is planned for spring.

Pernod Ricard-owned brand Malibu has introduced a new line of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails. The range includes three flavours: strawberry daiquiri, pineapple bay breeze and rum punch. The cocktails are packaged in a 1 litre bottle, providing approximately seven servings for sharing. Matt Foley, vice president of marketing at Malibu, said: "We've seen the ready-to-serve category grow more than 70% in the past year, including a rise in rum drinks, which is a great opportunity for Malibu to deliver on what our consumers are looking for – easy and delicious cocktails". The RTD cocktails will be available nationwide this spring for an SRP of $14.99.

Pernod Ricard-owned brand Malibu has introduced a new line of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails. The range includes three flavours: strawberry daiquiri, pineapple bay breeze and rum punch. The cocktails are packaged in a 1 litre bottle, providing approximately seven servings for sharing. Matt Foley, vice president of marketing at Malibu, said: "We've seen the ready-to-serve category grow more than 70% in the past year, including a rise in rum drinks, which is a great opportunity for Malibu to deliver on what our consumers are looking for – easy and delicious cocktails". The RTD cocktails will be available nationwide this spring for an SRP of $14.99.

Campbell-owned snack brand Late July has added two new spicy tortilla chips to its portfolio: Hawaiian Habanero and Scorchin' Sauce. Late July's Hawaiian Habanero features a "sweet and tangy" pineapple flavour, paired with spicy habanero pepper. Meanwhile, the Scorchin' Sauce variant has a "bold and savoury" cayenne pepper flavour. Both flavours are made with gluten-free, non-GMO ingredients, including organic corn and "carefully selected" seasonings. The tortilla chips are available at US retailers for an SRP of $5.79 per 7.8oz bag.