Fairfield, New Jersey-based Schuman Cheese is celebrating 26 awards across five cheese industry competitions in 2022. The company received recognition at the World Championship Cheese Contest, World Dairy Expo, American Cheese Society Competition, Wisconsin State Fair and International Cheese Awards. For 75 years, Schuman Cheese has been recognized at the most prestigious global cheese competitions. Most […]
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Posted inPackaging News, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Quinn Snacks Achieves ‘HowGood Climate Friendly’ Label
Boulder, Colorado-based Quinn Snacks has achieved the Climate Friendly product attribute from its partner HowGood, an independent research company with the largest ingredient sustainability database. Quinn will begin to roll out the first on-pack “Climate Friendly” label on its snack products in 2023. Products that receive the Climate Friendly attribute have greenhouse gas emissions that are lower […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Weis Markets Launches Ice Cream Flavor For Cancer Coalition
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has launched a limited-edition flavor of its Weis Quality Ice Cream, Pink Peppermint Patty, to benefit the PA Breast Cancer Coalition. Weis Markets will donate $10,000 from the proceeds to the PA Breast Cancer Coalition to support its mission to help find a cure for breast cancer. Pink Peppermint Patty is available […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Mind Blown, Atlantic Sea Farms Announce Partnership
Gwynn’s Island, Virginia-based Mind Blown by The Plant Based Seafood Co. will be using kelp from Atlantic Sea Farms, a regenerative kelp aquaculture company, in select products. Atlantic Sea Farms kelp will be added to the Mind Blown Dusted Shrimp and Mind Blown Dusted Scallops beginning in mid-October. Mind Blown Crab Cakes will feature Atlantic Sea Farms […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
SweetWater Brewing Company Unveils Fall Craft-Beer Releases
Atlanta-based SweetWater Brewing Company has announced its fall craft-beer lineup, which includes its new H.A.Z.Y. Double IPA and the return of its Mosaic Single Hop Hazy IPA. “Our H.A.Z.Y. IPA has been so popular, it just made sense to brew a bigger version of it. We loaded it with hops, dialed up the ABV, and […]
Posted inProduce News, Southwest
Hass Avocados Makes Impact To U.S., Mexican Economies
Imports of Mexican Hass avocados continue to make substantial contributions to the U.S. and Mexican economies, according to the latest analysis conducted by Texas A&M University during the 2021-22 growing season. Since 1997, the avocado supply from Mexico in the U.S. has jumped to more than 2 billion pounds annually, with more than 4 billion pounds in the […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Arrowhead Mills Launches Complete Brand Refresh
Chicago-based Arrowhead Mills is debuting a new look featuring a redesigned logo, refreshed packaging, a revamped website and two new SKUs: Organic Oat Flour Pancake & Waffle Mix and Organic Apple Cider Pancake & Waffle Mix. The look is a nod to the evolution of Arrowhead Mills, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The brand is also celebrating […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Promote Beef Attributes To Keep Interest High During Inflation
By Michael Uetz, managing principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency Consumers today are incredibly aware of and concerned about inflation, and it’s impacting the way they shop for groceries, especially higher priced items like meat or beef. In June, shoppers were paying 8.2 percent more than last year, on average, […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
Boulder Canyon Releases Habanero Kettle-Style Potato Chips
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Boulder Canyon has partnered with Yellowbird Foods to create a limited-time offering – Boulder Batch Yellowbird Habanero kettle-style potato chips. These kettle chips combine Boulder Canyon’s flagship kettle chips made with avocado oil with Yellowbird’s Habanero Condiment to create a chip that delivers the heat. Boulder Batch Limited-Edition Yellowbird Habanero chips are available in leading retailers, such as Whole […]
Posted inMeijer, Midwest, Produce News
Meijer To Offer Discounts On Produce For SNAP Customers
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer will begin offering special discounts on fruits and vegetables for its SNAP customers. The initiative – which will include discounts from 5-10 percent on SNAP purchases on qualifying produce – is thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that Meijer applied for earlier this year. “As a […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Tyson Foods Makes Changes To Enterprise Leadership Team
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has announced three key changes to the company’s enterprise leadership team. Stewart Glendinning will transition from his current role as EVP and CFO at Tyson to take on the position of group president, prepared foods. Glendinning joined Tyson Foods in 2017 from Molson Coors Brewing Company, where he served as president and […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
Mars Introduces New Purple M&M’s Character
For the first time in a decade, M&M’S, a brand of Newark, New Jersey-based Mars, is expanding its character crew with the introduction of a new purple candy. Designed to represent acceptance and inclusivity, the newest character, Purple, is known for her self-expression. She joins the cast of M&M’S characters, who recently were given a […]
Posted inProduce News, Sustainability News, West
Taylor Farms Publishes Social Responsibility, Sustainability Report
Salinas, California-based Taylor Farms has published its 2022 Social Responsibility and Sustainability Report, featuring advancements and investments in education, health, wellness and environmental stewardship. “Despite the challenges brought on by a global pandemic, we are extremely proud of the work that is highlighted in this report” said Bruce Taylor, chairman and CEO of Taylor Farms. “We continue […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Ball Corporation Provides Refillable Bottled Water Solutions
Westminster, Colorado-based Ball Corporation and Boomerang Water have announced an alliance to bring consumers a sustainable way to stay hydrated. At resorts, cruise ships, campuses and elsewhere, Ball will provide its aluminum bottles for the Boomerang Bottling System, a technology company that offers the convenience of bottled water in a sustainable package while limiting the environmental impact. […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Mission Produce Continues International Expansion
Mission Produce Inc., a company specializing in sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados with additional offerings in mangos, has announced plans to open a ripening, packing and forward distribution center in Dartford, England, in 2023. Strategically located with direct access to major international ports and transportation networks, the facility is expected to strengthen Mission’s […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Frieda’s Awarded Four Picks In The Kitchn Essentials
Los Alamitos, California-based Frieda’s Branded Produce has picked up four honors in the 2022 Kitchn Essentials, grocery edition. Each year, Kitchn names essential grocery items that have gained fanfare and become staples in consumers’ grocery carts. “Being recognized with four awards is the proof point that our new branding is breaking through and speaking to consumers,” said Cindy Sherman, senior […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
BuzzBallz Adds New Espresso Martini Flavor To Brand Portfolio
Carrollton, Texas-based BuzzBallz has launched a new addition to its brand portfolio – BuzzBallz Cocktails and Chillers Espresso Martini. The cocktail features coffee notes and a hint of sweetness. In anticipation of National Coffee Day on Sept. 29, the company believes its time to introduce an espresso cocktail to a larger cross-nation market. BuzzBallz Espresso Martini […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
IRI: Inflation Takes Bite Out Of Meat Dollar In August
Prolonged supply chain, labor, transportation and weather challenges in combination with high food inflation is resulting in an ever-changing nature of the marketplace. IRI, 210 Analytics and Marriner Marketing have brought the latest trends and analysis relative to meat department sales. Food inflation remains extremely high and consumers are feeling the pain. They are making changes […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
The Coca-Cola Co. Announces New Leaders In Operations
Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Company announced that Evguenia “Jeny” Stoichkova has been named president of global ventures, a unit of the company that focuses on globally scaling acquisitions and brands, including Costa Coffee and Coca-Cola’s investment in Monster Beverage Corp. Stoichkova currently serves as president of the company’s Eurasia & Middle East operating unit. Prior to […]
Posted inBeverage News, Midwest
Fire Department Coffee Releases Spirit-Infused Nitro Cold Brew
Rockford, Illinois-based Fire Department Coffee made its entry into the ready-to-drink category Sept. 20 with the release of Fire Dept. Coffee Nitro Cold Brew. The cornerstone of the line, Nitro Irish Coffee, is a non-alcoholic canned Nitro Cold Brew infused with real whiskey and cream. It is available, alongside three additional varieties: Nitro-Charged Latte, Nitro-Charged Shellback […]