The Griffin Report caught up with Mark Coleman, SVP of global sales for Ayer, Massachusetts-based Catania Oils, following the Private Label Manufacturers Association’s 2024 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago. A processor and packager of plant-based oils, Catania’s products are used in the bulk ingredient, foodservice, retail and private label markets in New England and […]
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McCormick Shares 2025 Flavor Of The Year
McCormick has released the 25th edition of the Flavor Forecast, its annual report on the latest culinary trends, naming Aji Amarillo as the 2025 Flavor of the Year. Aji Amarillo, which translates to “yellow chile pepper” in English, is native to South America, where it is a staple ingredient in Peruvian cuisine. The pepper has fruity, […]
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Natural Grocers Introduces Private Label Wheat Pasta, Sauces
Natural Grocers has introduced six organic wheat pastas and five flavors of organic pasta sauces to its collection of house brand products. All six styles of Natural Grocers Brand Organic Pasta begin with organic durum wheat semolina. They are certified organic, vegan, non-GMO and crafted with plant-based and dairy-free ingredients. The line of pasta sauces […]
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Natural Grocers Introduces Private Label Organic Soups
Natural Grocers has introduced six new varieties of soups to its collection of Natural Grocers’ brand products. All six varieties are certified organic, non-GMO and crafted with plant-based, gluten- and dairy-free ingredients. Sustainability, premium quality and affordability are principles behind every Natural Grocers’ brand product, including these varieties of organic soups. Each is packaged in BPA-free pouches designed with […]
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Shareholders Approve The Campbell’s Co. Name Change
On Nov. 19, shareholders of the Campbell Soup Company approved the change of its official name to The Campbell’s Company. The change reflects the company’s broad portfolio of leadership brands, from Campbell’s soup to Goldfish crackers and Rao’s pasta sauce. The new name will take effect after an amendment to the company’s certificate of incorporation […]
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Codex Essentials: Keeping Up With Changing Avocado Oil Standards
Sponsored content In recent years, avocado oil has surged in popularity. Made from the flesh of the avocado fruit, it boasts a nutritional profile similar to olive oil, but unlike olive oil, it has a mild, almost buttery flavor and a much higher smoke point. These characteristics, combined with recent spikes in olive oil prices, […]
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What You Need To Know About 2024’s Olive Oil Production
Sponsored content As one of the top cooking oils in the world, olive oil is never in low demand. In recent years, weather, labor and other factors have combined to drive olive oil prices to record highs, and U.S. consumers have felt the squeeze. This has led to the rising popularity of alternatives like avocado […]
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AWG Brands Updates Seasoning Category With New Flavors, Packaging
AWG Brands, the private labels of Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), has refreshed its offerings in the salt, seasoning and spice category. With a focus on innovation, variety and enhanced customer experience, the new assortment is set to boost sales and meet the diverse needs of shoppers. “The latest innovations from AWG Brands […]