Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Midwest

Hy-Vee Marks Family Meals, Hispanic Heritage Months

Hy-Vee is partnering with FMI – The Food Industry Association to celebrate National Family Meals Month in September with a focus on nutrition and building family relationships. In addition, the company is observing Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Throughout the month, Hy-Vee will recognize both occasions by providing tools and resources to […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Produce News, Southeast

Seal The Seasons Expands Frozen Fruit Distribution With Publix

Beginning this month, Florida-grown produce is available year-round in Publix’s frozen aisle through its partnership with Seal the Seasons.  The company’s Florida Antioxidant Blend – featuring strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and Michigan dark sweet cherries – can be found in 32-ounce bags at the majority of Publix’s 1,352 locations. For decades, Florida has ranked in the top […]

Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Northeast

PepsiCo Introduces Recyclable Paper-Based Beverage Packaging

As part of its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) sustainable packaging initiative, New York-based PepsiCo Beverages North America is rolling out paper-based solutions to replace plastic rings across multipacks. The company announced the new paperboard designs will appear in a phased, regional approach across the U.S. later this year. It is the first beverage company to commit […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Snacks Brands, Southwest

Southern Recipe Pork Rinds Celebrates Truck Driver Appreciation Week

In Dallas, Texas-based Southern Recipe’s Annual Truck Driver Appreciation Week campaign, the brand will support St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund with a $7,500 donation, plus an additional $5,000 donation from Rudolph Foods going to the wellness programs.  Throughout Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which is Sept. 10–16, drivers will be encouraged to sign up for free health screenings and services […]

Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Association News, Harris Teeter, National

IFPA Announces Board Of Directors Slate For 2024

The International Fresh Produce Association has announced the slate of new officers and directors for the 2024 IFPA Board of Directors. The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership. This group will begin its board service at the 2023 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show on Oct. 19-21 in Anaheim, California. […]

Posted inProduce News, Ask The Experts, National

Emerging Trends In Retail Ripening

Sponsored content  We’re talking with Dennis Kihlstadius and Gary Campisi, aka The Produce Guys, two of the most experienced and well-known experts in fruit conditioning for the retail produce industry. Dennis has more than 35 years of experience as a ripening consultant. Current and former clients include the Pear Bureau Northwest, the National Mango Board, […]