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Kerry Releases New Big Train Dairy-Free Beverage Mixes

Kerry, a taste and nutrition company based in Beloit, Wisconsin, has released new dairy-free flavors in its Big Train product family of hot and cold beverage mixes for use by foodservice operators. Fortified with Kerry’s GanedenBC30 — a science-supported probiotic ingredient that helps support digestive and immune health — the four new non-dairy flavors, horchata, […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods

Mooala Launches Four New Plant-Based Milks In Publix

Mooala, a leading maker of organic, dairy-free beverages, has launched four SKUs of plant-based milk at Publix. The Dallas, Texas-based company began rolling out product to the supermarket chain in February, and now Mooala is available in more than 1,200 Publix stores. Headlining the launch is the company’s nut-free, dairy-free and non-GMO Chocolate Bananamilk. This drink […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Acosta Report Explores Recent Health And Wellness Trends

Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta, a global integrated sales and marketing services provider in the consumer packaged goods industry, released its latest research report, “COVID-19 Has Elevated the Health & Wellness Trends of Recent Years,” highlighting category trends, shopper behaviors and implications for retailers. The report, which found 33 percent of today’s shoppers identify cost as the […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods

Undercover Snacks Expands Chocolate Quinoa Crisps Distribution

East Hanover, New Jersey-based Undercover Snacks has expanded distribution, launching its Chocolate Quinoa Crisps in Kroger, Rite-Aid, Loblaws and Stop & Shop, and adding over 5,000 new stores in June. This expansion increases the brand’s retail footprint and further enhances the company’s ability to reach health-conscious consumers who are looking for a snack option that […]

Posted inWest, Home Page Latest News, International Foods

Herdez Taqueria Street Sauce Line Expands With Two Varieties

The makers of Herdez brand salsa have announced the launch of two new varieties in the Herdez Taqueria Street Sauce line – Avocado Cilantro and Cilantro Lime. “Following the successful introduction of the line in 2018, we’ve been hard at work perfecting the next additions,” said Giselle Olson, brand manager. “We’re playing into crave-worthy ingredients that are reminiscent of […]

Posted inSpecialty, Home Page Slider, National

Gerber Reveals 2021 Spokesbaby And First Chief Growing Officer

Early childhood nutrition leader Gerber unveiled the winner of its 11th annual Photo Search, who will serve as the 2021 Gerber Spokesbaby, as an honorary role on Gerber’s Executive Committee as chief growing officer. Zane Kahin from Winter Park, Florida captivated the judging panel with his attitude, giggles and smile. As the latest Gerber Spokesbaby and […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Cargill And TGI Fridays Team Up In Honoring Firefighters Across The U.S.

To say a big thank you to firefighters across the nation for their work and dedication to the community during a year of uncertainty, Cargill and TGI Fridays are teaming up this summer to build Bold Heroes. It is an initiative designed to provide firefighters across the nation with TGI Fridays frozen beef patties, condiments […]

Posted inWest, Home Page Slider, Snacks Brands

The Wonderful Co. Wins Awards For Pistachios, POM Teas

Wonderful Pistachios No Shells recently announced that one of its newest flavors, Sea Salt & Vinegar, has won several awards.  A tart and tangy snack, it was selected as a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2021 Healthy Snack Awards in the Nutritious Nuts & Legumes category and won Gold for “Best Savory Snack” in Delicious Living’s 2021 Best Bite Awards […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Hershey Completes Acquisition Of Lily’s Confectionery Brand

The Hershey Co. completed its acquisition of Lily’s, the maker of low-sugar, better-for-you confectionery products, for a purchase price of $425 million. “Lily’s is a great addition to Hershey’s growing portfolio of better-for-you snacking brands, and we are excited to add this high-growth, leading BFY brand and to get to work with its talented and innovative team,” said Chuck Raup, […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West

Sparkling Ice Extends Superfruit Line With Natural Sweetener

As health and wellness continues to remain top-of-mind for many consumers, Preston, Washington-based Sparkling Ice is launching an extension of its full-flavored, zero-sugar sparkling water line featuring the flavors of superfruits.  Sparkling Ice Superfruit is a better-for-you beverage delivering B, C and D vitamins. This is the brand’s first non-alcoholic line extension that is sweetened with […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National

Use Omnichannel Marketing To Reach Online Meat Shoppers

Sponsored content by Michael Uetz / managing principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency The biggest shift grocery retailing has experienced due to the pandemic is likely the increased adoption of online shopping, especially in the perimeter departments, where consumers were not yet comfortable allowing others to choose their products. According […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Conagra Brands Launches Extensive Line-Up Of New Product Innovation

Chicago, Illinois-based Conagra Brands Inc., a branded food company, is kicking off summer with additions to its portfolio.  Conagra offers a collection of brands within single-serve frozen meals and new dishes from Healthy Choice, Banquet, Marie Callender’s and Hungry Man. Healthy Choice Zero: These keto-friendly meals have less than 10g net carbs and no added sugar. Smart carb […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Hershey Showcases Growth Strategies At 2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo

The Hershey Co., based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, shared a variety of insights and industry-leading capabilities to help retail partners unlock growth during the National Confectioners Association’s 2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo, June 23-25 in Indianapolis. Visitors to the company’s booth sampled new product offerings from Reese’s, Hershey’s and Kit Kat as well as heard directly from Hershey experts about […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Doritos Launches ‘Solid Black’ Campaign Highlighting Black Voices

Black voices and stories are too often unheard. In its 2020 #AmplifyBlackVoices work, Plano, Texas-based Doritos recognized this and is now launching Solid Black, a new multi-platform initiative backed by action and funding designed to bolster the voices of Black innovators and creators. In total, Doritos will invest more than $5 million as part of the Solid […]

Posted in, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Matrix Sells Select Circle K Sites To Casey’s General Stores

Matrix Capital Markets Group Inc., an independent investment bank, has advised Circle K Stores Inc. on the sale of 48 petroleum marketing and convenience retail stores to Casey’s General Stores Inc. The stores are all Circle K branded and located in Oklahoma, mostly in the greater Oklahoma City market, and sell Conoco, Phillips 66, Shell, […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

McWilliams Proposed As Member Of Kalera Board Of Directors

Kalera, one of the fastest-growing and largest vertical farming companies in the world, has proposed the appointment of Curtis McWilliams to its board of directors. In addition, it is expected that McWilliams will chair Kalera’s Audit Committee, which is responsible for oversight of the financial reporting and disclosure process. McWilliams brings nearly 40 years of […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Tyson Foods Awarding $1.5 Million To Support Hunger Relief

Tyson Foods Inc., headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, is providing $1.5 million in grants to support hunger relief in 38 Tyson plant communities. The funding will be dispersed among 26 hunger relief organizations in 15 states. The grants will fund various programs to address hunger insecurity including backpack programs and mobile food pantries. “Feeding America projects […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Blue Star Foods Corp. Acquires Taste Of BC Aquafarms

Miami, Florida-based Blue Star Foods Corp., an integrated environmental, social and governance seafood company, has completed the acquisition of Taste of BC Aquafarms Inc., a family-owned and operated land-based recirculating aquaculture systems salmon farming operation, based in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. “We believe that RAS is the future of our industry and a win-win for […]