Miami, Florida-based Sedano’s Supermarkets, an independent Hispanic grocer, will give its most loyal customers the chance to win free groceries throughout December. Following another pandemic year, the grocer will be doing grocery giveaways to help with local customers’ holiday expenses. Intending to thank loyal customers while introducing their latest online ordering platform, which offers same-day […]
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Buitoni Food Co. Appoints Corneck As President And CEO
Buitoni Food Co. has named Graham R. Corneck as its new president and CEO. He will be replacing Peter Wilson, who will rejoin Brynwood Partners as managing director and chairman of Buitoni Foods. In June 2020, Buitoni Foods was established by Brynwood Partners VIII L.P. to acquire the North American Buitoni business from Nestlé USA Inc. Buitoni is an iconic brand […]
Posted inBeverage News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Whole Foods
New Dunkin’ Hot Chocolate Bombs Here To Warm Up Holidays
Boston, Massachusetts-based Dunkin’ and Frankford Candy are teaming up this holiday season to bring two of Dunkin’s most popular hot chocolate flavors to the local candy aisle. The new Dunkin’ Hot Chocolate Bomb and the Dunkin’ Mint Hot Chocolate Bomb are available nationwide for a limited time at select retailers and online. The Dunkin’ Hot Chocolate Bomb features […]
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Applegate Farms Introduces Do Good Dog Hot Dog
Bridgewater, New Jersey-based Applegate Farms LLC has launched the Do Good Dog hot dog, the first nationally available hot dog made with beef raised on verified regenerative U.S. grasslands. Beef for the Do Good Dog hot dog comes from SunFed Ranch in Northern California and has the Savory Institute’s Land to Market Seal, the world’s first regenerative sourcing […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Executive News, Home Page Slider, West
Tattooed Chef Names Guarrasi As Chief Operating Officer
Paramount, California-based Tattooed Chef Inc. has appointed Gaspare “Gasper” Guarrasi as its new chief operating officer, effective Nov. 29. As COO, Guarrasi is responsible for the plant-based food company’s global operations and production. He will report to Sam Galletti, president and CEO. The company’s current COO, Stephanie Dieckmann, will remain with the company as CFO. […]
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Clover Sonoma Partners With Alpina To Facilitate Growth In U.S. Market
Petaluma, California-based Clover Sonoma has entered into a partnership with Alpina, a family-owned food company based in Colombia. Both family-owned companies hold a shared vision for the future of dairy and that means taking a global perspective. The alliance will support the growth of Clover Sonoma’s business operations, sustainability efforts and product innovation, while strengthening […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Home Page Slider, National
United Fresh Asks For Comments On FDA’s Proposed Ag Water Rule
The FDA has published the draft agricultural water provisions of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule, according to a statement from United Fresh Produce Association. There is a 120-day public comment period for the draft rule and more information can be found on FDA’s website. United Fresh will be reviewing the proposed rule and will be working with […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Use Animal Welfare To Get Meat Consumers Engaged With Sustainability
Sponsored content by Michael Uetz / managing principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency As 2021 ends and we look toward the upcoming year, sustainability is one trend we feel certain will stick around. It has been gaining momentum for several years and is now a term that is commonplace for […]
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Heineken USA Partners With UBS Arena To Rally NY Islanders Fans
White Plains, New York-based Heineken USA, the exclusive beer and hard seltzer partner of UBS Arena, geared up for the New York Islanders’ opening night on Nov. 20. In the lead up to opening night, Heineken USA partnered with The Bachelorette star Tyler Cameron to tap the inaugural keg on the Heineken Terrace Bar, the open-air setting […]
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Jones Soda COO Chastain Named President Of New Beverage Division
Seattle, Washington-based Jones Soda Co., the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user-designed label artwork, has promoted longtime executive team member Eric Chastain to serve as president of the new Jones Soda Beverage Division. The position was created as part of a leadership expansion related to the upcoming launch of a new […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Dairy News, Home Page Slider, National
Kroger, Kipster Farms To Bring World’s First Carbon-Neutral Eggs To U.S.
The Kroger Co. and Kipster Farms, an award-winning egg production system founded in The Netherlands, are partnering to bring the world’s first carbon-neutral, cage-free eggs to retail shelves in the U.S. “Simple Truth is excited to partner with the innovative team at Kipster to further elevate our brand’s purpose to be a force for good,” […]
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Meati Appoints Tassani As President
Boulder, Colorado-based Meati, an animal-free meat company, has named Scott Tassani as its president, effective Dec. 6. The addition of Tassani to Meati’s leadership team comes as the company prepares to launch in early 2022 with a new source of nutrient-dense, universal protein made from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Tassani previously served for […]
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TIPA Hosts Skeet Shoot PAC Fundraiser
Texas International Produce Association hosted its annual Pull-for-PAC Skeet Shoot fundraiser on Nov. 18. Critical to supporting the endeavors of the association’s activities in Washington, D.C., and Austin, Texas, this event has continued to grow every year. This year, TIPA was able to host a sold-out shoot with every team spot filled. Twenty-three teams registered […]
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Hershey’s Offers Chance To Win Free Grinch-Inspired Kisses
Holiday décor disappearing overnight? A street sign renamed ‘Grinch Street?’ Even Hershey’s Kisses chocolates have been stolen and changed to Grinch-themed treats. It’s official: the Grinch has departed Who-ville and is tiptoeing across the country wreaking havoc. Rumor has it he plans to stick around through the holiday season, stealing bags of Hershey’s Kisses chocolates only to give them out to fans once his […]
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Cardenas Markets’ Annual ‘Got Masa?’ Campaign In Full Swing
Got masa? Cardenas Markets does. The Ontario, California-based retailer is Tamale Central, where customers will find all the ingredients needed to prepare this popular dish. For customers who choose to prepare their own signature tamale recipes, Cardenas Markets has several varieties of masa to choose from, such as masa preparada, sin preparar, strawberry, pina colada […]
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Fresh Produce Opportunities In The Independent Grocery Industry
by Jim Dudlicek / NGA director, Communications and External Affairs Where are the fresh opportunities for independent grocers? The COVID-19 pandemic brought a surge of business to grocery retailers, driven by an increase in home cooking and at-home food consumption. But did this boom impact all categories equally? What will be the lingering impact of supply […]
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Bumble Bee Seafood Co. Names Chamberlain SVP Of Sales
San Diego, California-based Bumble Bee Seafood Co. has added veteran sales executive Laura Chamberlain to the senior leadership team at the 120-year-old seafood company. As the SVP of sales, she will be responsible for positioning Bumble Bee as a best-in-class partner for retailers across all channels while continuing to grow the shelf-stable seafood category. Chamberlain joins […]
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IGA Keeping Up Pace And Balance With Private Label
Shoppers’ expectations rise in hunt for better quality and pricing by Eric Pereira/ content creator John Ross, president and CEO of IGA, noticed how during the COVID-19 pandemic that shoppers retrenched with the brands they trust. “Wherever shoppers are under pressure, they default to things that relieve stress in their lives. National brands certainly did […]
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Pringles Launches New Scorchin’ Flavor
Pringles have a new answer to spicy nacho cravings with crunchy Pringles Scorchin’ Wavy Loaded Nachos. New Pringles Scorchin’ Wavy Loaded Nachos pack the taste of queso, sour cream and corn tortilla, kicking it up a notch with heat that builds over time. Each bite boasts a hint of spicy jalapeño and cayenne pepper and a wavy texture for even […]
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Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Launches Commercials
Following Wonderful Pistachios’ launch of its latest No Shells flavors, BBQ and Sea Salt & Vinegar, and after nearly doubling its No Shells business over the past two years, Wonderful Pistachios has launched its biggest No Shells marketing investment yet, featuring Sheldon the tortoise. Sheldon, the hard-backed, shell advocate antagonist, is featured in new comedic […]