Flowers Foods has announced that 14 of its bakeries have earned Energy Star certification in 2023, placing them in the top 25 percent of all U.S. commercial bread and roll bakeries for energy efficiency. To qualify, the bakeries must meet strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “Becoming an Energy […]
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Posted inBakery News, Northeast
Pepperidge Farm Introduces Lemon Blueberry Swirl Bread
Pepperidge Farm has introduced a new lemon blueberry flavor to its portfolio of swirl bread. “As America’s No. 1 breakfast bread, our Pepperidge Farm Swirl collection has long been a staple on breakfast tables nationwide,” said Ama Auwarter, VP of bakery marketing at Campbell Snacks. “Lemon Blueberry Flavored Swirl bread is a refreshing new combination […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Gonnella Expands Brioche To C-Store, Retail Foodservice
Gonnella Baking Co. has introduced new brioche buns for c-store and retail foodservice. The new brioche buns provide the flavor and texture of brioche bread, while being certified Kosher, vegan-friendly and made in its sesame seed-free facilities. Gonnella developed the soft brioche to maintain quality standards and support all types of sandwiches. Product testing demonstrated […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Association News, National
FMI, AFFI Begin 2024 Frozen IQ Partnership
The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) and FMI – The Food Industry Association have begun a partnership on Frozen IQ, a convergence of industry leaders among food retail and manufacturing, with the goal of driving innovation, addressing a transformative regulatory environment and optimizing consumer engagement in the vital frozen food sector. According to the 2023 […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Fortifi Introduces Frontmatec’s Next President
The Woodlands, Texas-based Fortifi Food Processing Solutions has named Dennis Gallagher as president of Frontmatec, a supplier of automated pork and beef processing equipment within its unified platform of global brands and products in food processing and automation solutions. Gallagher succeeds Allan F. Kristensen, Frontmatec’s president since 2020, who led the company through its unification […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG’s Always Save Brand Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Associated Wholesale Grocers is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its opening price point private brand, Always Save. In 1984, AWG debuted the line with 140 pantry staples, including peanut butter, jelly, marshmallows and condiments. By the end of the year, Always Save had grown in popularity. Now 40 years later, the brand portfolio boasts more […]
Posted inAsk The Experts, National, Produce News
The Future Of Retail Ripening
Sponsored content We all know the importance of having ripe bananas on display. They are the most visible, popular and profitable item in the produce department, if not the entire store and play a pivotal role in customer satisfaction and loyalty. That’s why nearly all of today’s leading grocery retailers have banana ripening rooms in […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Midwest
Groves To Guide Seaboard Foods As President, CEO
Seaboard Corp. has promoted Chad Groves as president and CEO of its pork segment, Seaboard Foods, to succeed Peter Brown, who will be retiring, effective June 30. Brown joined Seaboard Foods in January 2021 after more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in the protein industry, including positions with Butterball and High Liner Foods. […]