Christopher Doering

The 105-year-old pretzel and chip maker is in the midst of a slow but steady national expansion as it competes with PepsiCo's Frito-Lay and scores of smaller local brands.

John Foraker, the company’s CEO and co-founder, said consumer demand for better-for-you offerings remains robust even as inflation prompts shoppers to cut back on spending in other areas.

The Silk and So Delicious manufacturer said 114 workers will be laid off and production will be reassigned to other U.S. facilities.

Nutrition and sustainability were key themes at the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo, where 1,000 exhibitors from around the world gathered to display their innovations.

After spending more than $8 billion for brands such as Keebler, Butterfinger and Rice Krispies, the sweets giant is turning its attention to innovation and boosting efficiencies.

The SPOONS framework, which will debut on classic products such as Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes, provides consumers with details on fiber, protein and sugar content.

The executive takes over for Donnie King, who has been with the meat and chicken processor for 43 years, including the last five as CEO.

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The Hormel-owned brand, which has reported record sales for most of the last decade, is entering new eating occasions as it looks to get more consumers to eat the iconic meat.

The pasta maker said the addition of production, packaging and warehouse space will allow it to prepare for further growth in its U.S. business.