MORTON GROVE, Ill., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), the leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic foods, today announced that the Company will participate in the ICR Conference on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Lifeway President and CEO Julie Smolyansky will discuss Lifeway's explosive growth and role as the leading brand in the U.S. kefir market. Building on strong Company performance and projecting yet another year ...

Yuriy K / Shutterstock.com Dividend aristocrats get plenty of attention, but most of the time the spotlight falls on the big names like Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ), Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO), and Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG), among others. These are the names and stocks that dominate articles around dividend growth and, unsurprisingly, fill up income portfolios around the country. Quick Read Abbott Laboratories raised dividends for 54 years with a 30% payout ratio and 7% growth rate. Hormel Foods completed ...

Core Viewpoint - Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is consolidating its production in Latin America by closing its Munro plant in Argentina and moving operations to a new facility in Mar del Plata, Argentina, as part of a strategy to improve profitability and operational efficiency [1][2]. Group 1: Strategic Actions - The closure of the Munro plant is part of a broader strategy aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and managing costs across the supply chain [2]. - The company plans to temporarily curtail a production line in the Netherlands in addition to the Munro closure [3]. - These actions align with the company's "Focus to Win" strategy, which emphasizes prioritizing markets, strengthening customer partnerships, and fostering innovation [4]. Group 2: Employee Impact - Approximately 100 employees will be affected by the closure of the Munro plant and will receive severance packages in accordance with local regulations [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Lamb Weston is a leading supplier of frozen potato products, with a history of 75 years in the industry, focusing on innovation and customer partnerships [5].

Key insight: Pacific Valley Bank, a small community bank that operates along California's Central Coast, has secured a large investment from a family-owned local agricultural company.Why it matters: The investment illustrates the enduring importance of linkages between bankers and farmers in rural communities.Expert quote: "Bankers kind of pick the cream of the crop, as far as the farmers." — Lynn David, president of Community Bank Consulting Services.As farmers across the country struggle with inflation, a ...

Key Takeaways HRL launched two new HORMEL MARY KITCHEN skillet meals to expand its hash-based lineup nationwide.HRL's Chorizo and Southwest Style skillets feature smoky and Tex-Mex flavors with easy, versatile preparation.The launch supports HRL protein-focused strategy and value-driven innovation across channels.Hormel Foods Corporation ((HRL) continues to refine its product portfolio as it adapts to shifting consumer preferences around value, convenience and protein-forward meals. The company expanded its ...

除了护航企业成长，哈尔滨银行还聚焦冰雪消费场景，推出系列惠民举措。火车购票85折、六大热门景 点门票满减、老字号购物优惠、特色美食低至7折等活动，覆盖交通、旅游、购物、餐饮等多个领域， 让游客在感受冰雪魅力的同时，享受金融服务带来的便利与实惠，进一步释放冰雪消费潜能。 为冰雪大世界授信10亿元建设四季冰雪项目，为友谊宫升级改造授信2.44亿元……截至2025年11月30 日，哈尔滨银行支持冰雪相关行业贷款余额合计34亿元，支持企业25户，支持冰雪行业个人从业者113 笔。 从打造城市硬核资源到助力装备智造升级、老字号焕新，从企业赋能到消费惠民，哈尔滨银行正以全方 位、多层次的金融服务，串联起冰雪经济产业链的各个环节。在金融"活水"的持续滋养下，龙江企业主 转自：新华财经 2026哈尔滨国际冰雪经济博览会（简称"冰博会"）于1月6日正式启幕。作为扎根龙江的本土金融机构， 哈尔滨银行深耕冰雪经济赛道，携全周期综合金融服务方案亮相冰博会，联动农业、装备制造、食品加 工等领域企业，以金融"活水"精准灌溉冰雪经济产业链，为黑龙江冰雪产业高质量发展注入强劲动能。 装备制造产业是冰雪经济的硬核支撑，哈尔滨银行精准发力，助力 ...

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 7, 2026 / Nepra Foods Inc. (CSE:NPRA)(FSE:2P6)(OTCQB:NPRFF), a leader in specialty ingredients and allergen-free products, today announced the appointment of Cotter Stern as Director of Ingredient Sales. With over 15 years of experience in organic food trading, Mr. ...

Group 1 - The "Shared Plan" event in Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan will showcase high-quality food companies, offering a wide range of products from snacks to main dishes, catering to the festive dining needs for the upcoming Spring Festival [1] - The event will feature local specialties such as spicy strips and pancakes from Hunan Province, as well as marinated duck from a local agricultural technology company, enhancing the festive atmosphere with authentic flavors [2] - The food offerings include desserts like ice cream and steamed buns from a Xiangtan company, providing a complete culinary experience from spicy to sweet, appealing to diverse taste preferences during the holiday [4] Group 2 - The strong food industry chain in the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan area serves as a valuable resource for families preparing for the New Year's Eve dinner, offering convenient pre-prepared dishes that retain authentic flavors [5] - Traditional condiments from a well-established brand play a crucial role in enhancing the flavors of festive meals, while local meat products evoke nostalgic memories associated with the holiday [7] - The event will also feature festive gift boxes from brands like Wangwang, which include a variety of classic snacks, making them ideal for family gatherings and gift-giving during the New Year [8] Group 3 - The promotional pricing for gift boxes, such as the "Wang on Wang" box at 68.8 yuan and the "Wangqing Wangyi" box at 80 yuan, offers significant discounts, making them attractive options for consumers looking to share festive cheer [8] - The comprehensive food chain created by local companies allows for a seamless experience from individual snacks to family feasts, embodying the authentic "0731 flavor" and enhancing the festive spirit [8]

Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM) is a major food processing and agricultural commodities trading corporation. The company operates a global network of processing plants and crop procurement facilities, where it transforms cereal grains and oilseeds into a wide range of products for the food, beverage, nutraceutical, industrial, and animal feed markets. ADM also provides agricultural storage and transportation services and is a significant player in global agribusines ...

BASE SHELF PROSPECTUS IS ACCESSIBLE, AND PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT WILL BE ACCESSIBLE WITHIN TWO BUSINESS DAYS, ON SEDAR+ NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES OR OVER UNITED STATES WIRE SERVICES MONTREAL, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Sugar Inc. (the “Company” or “Rogers Sugar”) (TSX: RSI) announced today a public offering (the “Offering”) of $50,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Ninth Series convertible unsecured subordinated debentures (the “Offered Debentures”), at an offering price of $1 ...