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Reser’s Fine Foods Crosses ‘Every Category’ Within Deli Department

Beaverton, Oregon-based Reser’s Fine Foods focused on product versatility during this year’s IDDBA Show in Anaheim, California, where The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves was able to catch up with the team to see what’s new.  With a wide range of products, the prepared foods company provides retailers with solutions across the deli, according to Anne […]

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ProAmpac Introduces Shelf-Stable Fresh Sandwich Packaging

Cincinnati, Ohio-based ProAmpac has introduced a fiber-based Modified Atmosphere Packaging RAP Sandwich Wedge to the North American market.  Designed for sandwiches and wraps, this package launches the concept of modified atmosphere packaging to a fiber-based format. By combining the benefits of modified atmosphere packaging with sustainable fiber materials, ProAmpac addresses the demand for reduced food […]

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What’s In Store Live Focuses On Innovation And Technology

What’s trending in dairy, deli and bakery? That was the topic of the What’s In Store Live presentation June 4 during the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association’s 2023 Show in Anaheim, California. IDDBA’s Whitney Atkins, VP of marketing, and Heather Prach, VP of education, spoke on how current trends will shape the future of the […]

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Outgoing IDDBA Executive Readies For Retirement After Show

Mike Eardley, president and CEO of the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association, is getting ready to wrap up a decades-long career in the food industry. He will be retiring following the IDDBA Show, to be held June 4-6 in Anaheim, California. Eardley recently reflected on his years in the industry and his plans for retirement. […]

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IDDBA Shares Main Stage Lineup For 2023 Show

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has announced the main stage lineup for the association’s flag ship event on June 4-6 in Anaheim, California. “Announcing our main stage lineup always comes with such anticipation and I am honored to make the official announcement,” said Whitney Atkins, VP of marketing for IDDBA. “Without further ado, IDDBA will welcome Padma Lakshmi, Alton Brown and Tom […]

Posted inBakery News, Dairy News, Deli News, National

Epic Sales Partners Drives Sales in Bakery, Deli, Dairy Categories

We all know dairy, bakery and deli are perimeter staples. Still, despite the demand for these products, suppliers often face unique obstacles that make it difficult to gain traction in the market. From changing consumer preferences to the dominance of established brands, dairy, bakery and deli suppliers must navigate a complex landscape to succeed. Born […]

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Haaf Named President, CEO Of IDDBA

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association’s executive committee has appointed David Haaf as its new president and CEO. Haaf brings more than 30 years of retail food service and culinary experience to the association. His most recent position was VP of foodservice and Starbucks operations for Abingdon, Virginia-based K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. “After a nationwide […]

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November Sales Delivered Mixed Results For Deli, Dairy, Bakery

IRI, 210 Analytics and IDDBA are sharing more analysis from the deli, dairy and bakery departments. Dairy and bakery had above-average inflation, whereas deli was below in November versus the November 2021 average. With heavy inflation in eggs and other dairy items, the total refrigerated department generated a 20.6 percent increase in sales to reach $7.5 […]