The identity change follows the company’s recent sale of its spice business to Watkins.
Category: Suppliers
Posted inNonfood Items, Center Store, National, News, Suppliers
Unilever Named No. 1 Core Non-Food Supplier In 2026 Advantage Awards
The awards are based on feedback from retailers and recognizes suppliers delivering value through strong partnerships, category leadership and execution.
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, Suppliers, West
Young To Become Limoneira Chief Operating Officer Nov. 9
The new executive will work to advance the company’s efforts to redeploy capital into higher-return opportunities in agribusiness and real estate.
Posted inSnacks Brands, Center Store, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest, Suppliers
Epic Enters Meat Sticks Category With 4-Variety Launch
Nationwide retail rollout planned for 2027 following Amazon and Sprouts availability.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Organic Natural, Suppliers, West
Verde Farms Expands Into Pacific Northwest With Albertsons Partnership
It is the Massachusetts-based company’s first major retail presence in the Pacific Northwest.
Posted inExecutive News, Center Store, Organic Natural, Suppliers, West
Bob’s Red Mill Promotes Barba To Chief Commercial Officer
Daniel Barba has served as VP of marketing since 2024, helping guide the brand through an evolution that included a packaging refresh.
Posted inSpecialty, Association News, Featured News, National, Suppliers
Specialty Food Association Names 75 Finalists For 2027 Sofi Awards
The finalists were chosen based on scores from retail buyer judges.
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, International Foods, Organic Natural, Suppliers
Truly Grass Fed Refreshes Packaging To Spotlight Certifications
The new look will appear on the brand’s butter and cheese portfolio over the next few months.
Posted inFrozen Food, Corporate Store News, International Foods, National, Suppliers
Crafty Ramen Expands Frozen Ramen To Target, Kroger Nationwide
The frozen layered “puck” combines bone broth, scratch-made noodles, protein, vegetables and toppings for a complete meal.
Posted inBeverage News, Aisle Watch, Corporate Store News, Featured News, National, Suppliers, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Alcohol-Free Beverages Go Mainstream As UNFI, Walmart Build Out Category
The no-alcohol market is projected to approach $5 billion by 2028, according to alchohol data provider IWSR.
Posted inFrozen Food, News, Suppliers
Kidfresh Expands Into More Meal Occasions With 4 New Frozen Products
The new varieties mark the company’s expansion into the breakfast and snack dayparts.
Posted inProduce News, Marketing News, National, News, Suppliers
Sunset Will Certify Shoppers As ‘Tommaliers’ For National Tomato Month
The social media campaign is designed for those who can understand tomatoes’ flavor nuances and select the best variety for any dish.
Posted inFrozen Food, Big Y Foods, Northeast, Suppliers
Silver Sands Brings New Haven-Style Frozen Apizza To Grocery Stores
The Connecticut pizzeria’s flash-frozen pies are available to New England grocers in three varieties.
Posted inMarketing News, Dairy News, Suppliers, West
Tillamook, Fashion Designer Take Grilled Cheese To The Runway
Designer Rachel Antonoff created four pieces inspired by the “cheese skirt,” the lace-like ring of melted, browned cheese extending beyond the sandwich’s edges.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aisle Watch, Association News, National, News, Store News, Suppliers
PLMA Names 2026 Salute To Excellence Awards Winners
More than 900 entries were judged based on taste and sensory appeal, packaging, product concept and value for the money.
Posted inInternational Retail, Marketing News, Midwest, Northeast, Suppliers, Supply Chain News
Food Export Gathers State, Federal Partners At Fall Meeting In Chicago
Among the presentations, Ammara Bokhari spoke about the role of partnerships in developing the next generation of U.S. exporters.
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, News, Suppliers, West
Bill Coombs, DLJ Produce CEO And Produce Industry Veteran, Dies At 63
Coombs devoted more than 48 years to the fresh produce industry in a career spanning retail, wholesale and international trade.
Posted inNew Products, Center Store, National, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Lay’s Rolling Out 5 Limited-Time Holiday Flavors
The first wave features Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes and Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey; a Dubai-style chip is planned for December.
Posted inAisle Watch, Association News, Center Store, National, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Seasonal Occasions Drive 64 Percent Of Chocolate, Candy Sales: NCA
Confectioners and retailers may be able to gain more sales as younger generations develop their own traditions, like Galentine’s Day, Summerween and Friendsgiving.
Posted inCenter Store, New Products, Northeast, Suppliers
Bell’s Foods Enters Bone Broth Category With Turkey Variety
Bell’s said Northeast grocers have expressed strong interest, with the product expected to appeal to health-conscious shoppers, home cooks and longtime Bell’s customers.