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Kellogg's continues its ongoing worldwide restructuring plan. Pic: Kellogg's/©GettyImages/Olivier Le Maol

Kellogg takes $35m hit, cuts jobs as part of Keebler, Famous Amos sale

Kellogg Co said the divestiture of its cookie and fruit snack businesses is resulting in $35m in pretax charges, $20m of which are related to employee severance and termination benefits.

Pillsbury, King Arthur and ALDI flours recalled in connection to E. coli outbreak

Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) manufactured the three brands at its facility in Buffalo, New York, which the US FDA has connected to at least 17 reported cases of E. coli infection.

Almond Board looks forward to sustainable snacks after 50 years on the ground

As snacking occasions abound, the Almond Board of California (ABC) has committed to promoting the sustainability and usefulness of the world’s favorite nut.

Diversifying in troubled times: Nestle India to go organic with multigrain cereal launch

Nestle India is looking to enter the country’s organic products market with its upcoming Ceregrow Organic Selection range of cereals.

UPDATE: Leading Indian biscuit brand responds to alleged child labor charge

BakeryandSnacks was approached by Parle Products – makers of the popular Parle-G biscuit, once acclaimed as the world’s biggest selling biscuit brand – refuting its participation in the recent alleged child labor charge.

What’s new on shelf: Umami-rich mushroom bites, organic nut butter covered nuts and breakfast probiotic bars

This month, we are placing oyster mushrooms, activated nuts and seeds, and probiotics in the spotlight, along with the indulgence of Jaffa cakes and a mega stuff Oreo O’s cereal.