The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) has hired two new team members. Cathy Payne has been appointed executive administrator to the CEO, and Maura Harrington will serve as guest services coordinator.

Peter Kempe takes on senior vice president strategy and business development – ingredients role at the company.

Motif PorkWorks Plant-Based Ground and BeefWorks Plant-Based Burger Patties and Grounds will be introduced at the National Restaurant Association Show.

The company’s eight EVs are designed to save 33.4 metric tons of carbon emissions annually.

3CHI has introduced D-SPEC, short for Delta Specific, a high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) testing method that offers accuracy and reliability in determining the contents of hemp-derived products.

Regional sales manager Rick Chrzan has retired, while Danny Harmann has been promoted to sales manager for Wisconsin and Illinois, and Todd Kasik will serve as regional sales manager in the Midwest.

Just Spices focuses on blends, creating three categories to match usage occasions: Allrounders, Seasonings and Toppings.

New waffles flavors include Vanilla Bean Grab & Go; Chocolatey Chip Banana and Berry Blast Mini Toast Waffles. 

The company’s plant-based, biodegradable pods are available in Tree Hugger and Birchwood blends.

In collaboration with Wunderman Thompson, Hoeksche Chips has introduced new packaging.