News on Chips and Snacks from Florida

April 04, 2023

Chesapeake Spice and Elite Spice Win 'SNAXPO23 Flavor of the Year' Contest Awards

SNAC International congratulated the winners of SNAXPO23’s Flavor of the Year Awards: Elite Spice for their 'savory' DC Signature Mambo Sauce, and Chesapeake Spice for their "sweet" French Toast flavor.

April 04, 2023

SNAC International Installs 2023-2024 Officers and Directors

SNAC International Business Members unanimously approved a new slate of officers to serve on the Executive Committee, as well as a new class of Directors-at-Large to serve on the Association’s Board of Directors.

SNAXPO23 is the larger of the two major events organized by SNAC International (SNAXPO and SNX). SNX was held for the first time in 2022

February 19, 2023

SNAC International Unveils SNAXPO23 Show Features

SNAXPO23, to be held March 19-21 in Orlando, FL, will include a Startups Hub, Co-Pack Central, Flavor Showdown, Knowledge Zone, and SNAC Bites.

MicroSalt to Distribute SaltMe! at Kroger

March 15, 2022

Reduced sodium potato chips SaltMe! by Microsalt now available at Kroger

MicroSalt Inc. announced that it's SaltMe! potato chips will be distributed to more than 1,400 Kroger grocery stores beginning mid-March. This milestone is a major move for MicroSalt on its mission to provide healthier, full-flavor potato chips

April 11, 2019

Terry Groff, Reading Bakery Systems, Awarded 2019 Circle of Honor during SNAXPO

During SNAXPO19 in Orlando, SNAC International honoured Terry Groff, former President & CEO of Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) by inducting him into the Circle of Honor.

March 31, 2019

Finalists SNAXPO 'SNAC Tank' competition announced

Tuesday, April 2 in Orlando, FL, SNAC International's SNAXPO, the trade show for the snack industry, will feature the inaugural 'SNAC Tank', a pitch competition for innovative start-up snack brands.

SNAC Tank pitch competition emceed by Barbara Corcoran

March 26, 2019

Barbara Corcoran presents SNAC Tank pitch competition at SNAXPO

Modeled after the popular TV show Shark Tank, 'SNAC Tank' will close out SNAXPO 2019, held March 31 to April 2 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando. The competition will be emceed by Shark Tank investor Barbara Corcoran

March 24, 2019

Heat and Control introduces new roasting technology at SNAXPO

Heat and Control advances its snack line capabilities with the introduction of a Rotary Dryer Roaster (RDR). It enables the company to offer end-to-end solutions for seasoned and coated nut snacks.

January 10, 2018

North America's biggest Potato Industry event is happening this week in Orlando

This week more than 2,000 growers, suppliers, and experts will converge at the largest conference and trade show for the potato industry held in North America, Potato Expo 2018.

Potato Expo 2018 Now Accepting Submissions For Sessions And Panels

June 15, 2017

Potato Expo 2018 Now Accepting Submissions for new Innovation Hub

The new Potato Expo Innovation Hub is now open and accepting abstract submissions for the Potato Expo 2018, the largest convention and trade show for the potato industry in North America.

The manufacturer of Pasta Chips - Vintage Italia - receives capital injection to speed up expansion

October 27, 2016

The manufacturer of Pasta Chips - Vintage Italia - to receive a capital injection to speed up expansion

Advantage Capital Agribusiness Partners, LP (ACAP), along with Silas Capital and Emil Capital Partners, announced it is leading a $3 million financing round in Florida-based Vintage Italia, the manufacturer of Pasta Chips.

June 12, 2016

Golden Flake Ocala plant in high gear for the summer

The Golden Flake plant in Ocala is in high gear for the summer, which is a very busy time in the snack food industry:

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Tropical Snacks Manufacturer ARA Food installs tna packaging system

ARA Food Corporation has increased capacity, improved efficiency and reduced overheads with the installation of the third packaging system. The investment is part of the company’s drive to expand production and grow its business.