Legacy Bakehouse has completed its acquisition of Angelic Bakehouse in Cudahy, Wisconsin, a unit of T. Marzetti Co. The asset purchase enables Legacy Bakehouse to grow its core business while adding new customers and product categories. The Angelic facility is a 4-acre location with 42,000 square feet of production space. Built as a commercial bakery […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inNatural Grocers, Organic Natural, Produce News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Begins Organic Ag Partnership With Rodale Institute
Natural Grocers has begun a new partnership with Rodale Institute, a nonprofit that supports the regenerative organic agricultural movement through research, farmer training and education. During Organic Month, customers will have an opportunity to support the retailer’s goal of raising $100,000 for Rodale Institute with donations at the register and a portion of proceeds from the sales […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Meet Consumer Demand With Connected Pork Production
Sponsored content How much do sustainable production practices impact consumer meat purchases? According to The Power of Meat 2024, one out of three consumers look for meat products that are sustainably produced in ways that are better for the planet, people and animal welfare. Those consumers rely on brands and grocery stores to help them […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Bakery News, Executive News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Produce News
Big Y Appoints New VPs Of Fresh Foods, Center Store
Big Y Foods has named John P. Fraro as VP of fresh foods, while Steve Nordstrom has been appointed as VP of center store. Both report to Michael R. Cormier, SVP of sales and marketing. “Our people are and always will be the heart of our company. They foster and grow our culture of caring, continuous […]
Posted inBakery News, National
Bob Evans, Thomas’ Offer Customer Promotion During National Breakfast Month
Bob Evans is partnering with Thomas’ to celebrate National Breakfast Month in September with a consumer promotion. Through Oct. 31, consumers who buy one Bob Evans Sausage, Bob Evans Liquid Egg Whites, Simply Potatoes or Owens Sausage product and one Thomas’ Bagels or English Muffins product will be eligible to get $2 cash back via Venmo […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, West
Grocery Outlet Launches ‘GO Brands’ Private Label Line
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has launched its new private label program, GO Brands. GO Brands will feature products across three brands: SimplyGO, GO Home & Haven and GO Paw & Pamper. The products will roll out across Grocery Outlet stores beginning this month, with 100 new private label SKUs available in stores by the end […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Introduces New ‘Overjoyed’ Private Label Brand
Albertsons Cos. has introduced its new Own Brand, Overjoyed, marking the company’s first major private label debut in recent years. Overjoyed offers shoppers a selection of products including cupcakes, candles and liners; cookies; chocolatey trail mixes; cheesecakes and sprinkles. An extension of Overjoyed, Overjoyed Boutique features decorative vases, candles and seasonal gifts. Both are available […]
Posted inBakery News, National
Bakery Report Highlights Focus On Health, Wellness, Sustainability
The U.S. bakery products market is expected to reach a value of $86.93 billion by 2029, from $78.96 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 1.62 percent from 2023-29, according to a new “U.S. Bakery Product Market – Focused Insights 2024-2029” report from ResearchAndMarkets.com. The report consists of exclusive data on 28 vendors. The market’s competitive […]