Emeryville, California-based REBBL has debuted occasion-based packaging design across its beverage portfolio, spanning six daily moments with more than 16 varieties. Available nationwide, the occasions include: Protein, Awake, Balance, Focus, Revive and Wellness. The products will include a corresponding occasion, such as a Protein Dark Chocolate or an Awake Maca Cold Brew. By connecting each […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Handy Seafood Introduces Old Bay Crab Cake Minis
Salisbury, Maryland-based Handy Seafood has introduced Old Bay Crab Cake Minis, which can be cooked in a microwave in less than two minutes. “We are thrilled to introduce the Old Bay Crab Cake Minis,” said Tom Quinn, VP of retail sales at Handy Seafood. “The microwaveable crab cake is not only delicious but also answers […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Hershey Introduces Ice Breakers Raspberry Lemon Mints
Ice Breakers has introduced a new sparkling mint flavor – Raspberry Lemon Seltzer. “‘We’ve truly pushed the boundaries of refreshment with our Raspberry Lemon Seltzer Sparkling Mints,” said Taylor Schwartz, senior associate manager for brand refreshment at the Hershey, Pennsylvania-based company. “This innovative product delivers a completely new sensorial experience that will redefine consumers’ expectations of mints.” […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Center Store, Northeast
Catania Oils’ Latest Expansion Boosts Storage, Shipping
To enhance its capacity to store finished goods and streamline shipping, Catania Oils has leased a 215,000-square-foot warehouse at 90 Nemco Way in Ayer, Massachusetts. The development comes on the heels of the company’s 51,000 square-foot expansion at 1 Nemco Way last fall. It also will include space for about 60 employees who are housed […]
Posted inProduce News, National
IFPA Shares Speaker Lineup For Upcoming Show
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has released the list of speakers for The Global Produce & Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 19-21 in Anaheim, California. “Our commitment to helping members respond to the consumer marketplace, adopt new technology and innovation and put people first is reflected in the global show’s CEO Panel,” […]
Posted inProduce News, Organic Natural, Southwest
Whole Foods Marks 20 Years As Organic Grocer
It has been 20 years since Whole Foods Market, which offers more than 37,000 organic products across its stores, first attained its organic retail certification. In fact, Whole Foods has promoted organic since before there was a National Organic Program. The company also requires certification for organic label claims on all products it sells. CEO […]
Posted inDairy News, Executive News, Southwest
Blue Bell President, CEO Dickson Announces Retirement
Brenham, Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries has announced that CEO and President Ricky Dickson will retire after serving 43 years with the company. The board of directors is conducting a search for his successor. Dickson will continue in his current role until the new CEO and president begins. “It has been an incredible honor to make […]
Posted inAssociation News, Center Store, National
IGA, Nestlé Purina PetCare To Expand Reinvention Program
The Independent Grocers Alliance has continued its strategic partnership with Nestlé Purina PetCare to expand the pet category reinvention program across IGA’s 1,900 U.S. retail members and their wholesalers. This collaboration will enhance the shopping experience for pet owners and provide additional touchpoints for retailers to engage and educate their shoppers in the pet care […]