The week before the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago last month, Mars Wrigley announced some leadership role changes as well as a couple newly created positions within the company.

Ashworth Bros. has announced SpiralPlast, a new line of plastic, low-tension spiral belts.

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting information on a possible update to the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)) standard. The Agency is interested in comments on the use of control circuit-type devices to isolate energy, as well as the evolving technology for robotics.

The Boston Beer Company and Dogfish Head Brewery have signed a definitive merger agreement, bringing together two independent craft breweries and their founders and brewers, Jim Koch and Sam Calagione. The new entity will possess more than half a century or craft brewing experience, a balanced portfolio of leading and “beyond beer” brands at high-end price points, and industry leadership in innovation and quality.

Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation has announced the immediate appointment of Jayson Penn as CEO.

The Flexible Packaging Association announced its 2019 Board of Directors comprised of leaders from 35 companies.

Diamond of California, a producer of specialty nuts in Stockton, Calif., announces Craig Hope as CEO.