The long-term agreement is part of General Mills, Inc.’s efforts to develop partnerships with key suppliers.

Ms. Scheidler will assume the position on Jan. 16, 2023.

Vera Karmebäck will join the company as global sustainability lead.

Steve Polonowski was most recently president and chief commercial officer for BetterBrand.

Datassential’s 2023 trend predictions also include new interest in regenerative agriculture.

Plans also call for a new US plant.

The “Say Hola” program launched nearly a year ago in the company’s Hazelton, Pa., plant.

Local flavors also expected to have a big role next year.

Mauro Trevisani will take over the role from longtime CEO Jonathan Meyer.