About Mwfpa

MWFPA is a trade association founded in 1905 representing the food products industry in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois.  MWFPA’s purpose is to advocate on public policy issues including food safety, work force, and environmental regulations; connect across the industry through updates and networking; and provide education though training, scholarships, and research.

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Industry News

WI Gov Evers Issues New Face Coverings Order
September 22, 2020

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a new public health emergency in Wisconsin due [...]

TOMRA Food Showcases Advanced Sorting Solutions
September 1, 2020

Optical sensors in TOMRA’s sorters identify foreign material or cross-contamination based on color, structure or [...]

B & G Foods Debuts Cinnamon Toast Crunch-inspired Seasoning
September 1, 2020

B&G Foods, Inc. is bringing General Mills’ Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal to the seasoning aisle [...]

Baumer Wins The Innovations Showcase Award
August 11, 2020

At the Process Expo in Chicago, a panel of experts from the food processing industry [...]

Illinois Top Consumer and Producer of Energy in Midwest
August 10, 2020

The U.S. Energy Information Administration released data this week showing that Illinois is both a [...]

20 Weeks of Extended Regular State Benefits Now Available
August 10, 2020

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) today announced 20 weeks of state extended benefits [...]

B&G Foods CEO: Strong pantry sales have staying power
August 4, 2020

B&G Foods’ net sales grew 38% for the second quarter ending June 27, with some [...]

General Mills Using More Co-Packers
July 28, 2020

General Mills is boosting its use of contract manufacturers to meet spikes in demand caused [...]