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Chrissy Teigen And Sir Kensington’s Launch Honey Mustard Fry Sauce

New York-based condiment brand Sir Kensington’s has launched a Honey Mustard Fry Sauce developed in partnership with Chrissy Teigen, a New York Times best-selling cookbook author and TV star. Teigen’s new Honey Mustard Fry Sauce is made from premium, non-GMO ingredients, including Grade A mustard seeds and Fair Trade organic honey, and the bottle is made from 100 percent recycled plastic. […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Pinkston, Swanson Honored With 2021 SEPC Lifetime Membership Award

The Southeast Produce Council, headquartered in Millen, Georgia, is honoring Steven Pinkston and Frank Swanson with one of its highest honors, the SEPC Lifetime Membership Award. Pinkston is a produce professional with more than 40 years in the industry. He retired June 15. Prior to retirement, Pinkston held the position of director of business development […]

Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Southeast

SEPC Names 2021 Next Generation Award Nominees

Millen, Georgia-based Southeast Produce Council has recognized several individuals who have been nominated for this year’s Next Generation Award. This award honors an SEPC member 39 years or younger who has been employed in the produce industry for at least four years and has made a significant contribution to the industry. To qualify for the […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, West

Impossible Foods Appoints Gayles, Borecky To Leadership Team

Impossible Foods, based in Redwood City, California, has made two additions to its leadership team as it prepares for rapid growth.  Veteran HR executive Leilani Gayles is joining Impossible Foods as chief people officer and will oversee people operations, including talent acquisition, compensation and rewards, talent and leadership development. She also will be responsible for […]

Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Made•With Introduces New Line Of Clean Ingredient Buns And Loaves

Boulder, Colorado-based Made•With, an exclusive brand to KeHE Distributors’ grocery independent retailers, has launched a new line of attribute-driven bakery products available to consumers starting in September. The new line joins a large collection of natural, organic and non-GMO project verified products within Made•With’s portfolio. With the brand’s focus on clean ingredients and better choice […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Whole Foods

Gone Rogue Offers Snack World New Turkey Bites

Land O’Frost Inc., a brand of pre-sliced deli meats and a producer of specialty meats headquartered in Munster, Indiana, has added All-Natural Turkey Bites to its selection of protein-centric snacks under its brand Gone Rogue. “Our team is always in the pursuit of ‘better’ – better ingredients, better snacking and better fuel for that on-the-go […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Silver Eagle Beverages Awards Scholarships To 31 College Students

Thirty-one college students have been awarded educational scholarships for the 2021-22 academic year from the Silver Eagle Beverages Scholarship Program, which awards up to a total of $5,000 per academic year to the dependent children of its employees. The scholarship program was started by the company more than 20 years ago and has awarded more […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Dr Pepper Releases Exclusive FANtastic Chocolate

Dr Pepper, headquartered in Frisco, Texas, has released FANtastic Chocolate, a combination of Dr Pepper and chocolate as a limited time offering only available while supplies last. Dr Pepper FANtastic Chocolate is a celebration of fandom and marks the introduction of the new Dr Pepper “Pepper Perks” rewards program. To access the limited time offering, […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Kalera Acquires &ever GmbH To Form Global Leader In Vertical Farming

Kalera AS, one of the fastest-growing and largest vertical farming companies in the world, has entered into a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of all shares in &ever GmbH, a global leader in baby leaf indoor farming. The agreement is for a total consideration reflecting an enterprise value for &ever GmbH of 130 million […]

Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Vital Farms Unveils Pasture-Raised Butter With Sea Salt And Avocado Oil

Austin, Texas-based Vital Farms has introduced its newest product: Pasture-Raised Butter with Sea Salt & Avocado Oil. The new product is the first nationally distributed tub butter made with pasture-raised butter and avocado oil. It also contains the highest fat content of any nationally distributed product in the category. This combination of three simple ingredients […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Mastronardi, AppHarvest Join In AgTech CEA Venture To Feed America

Mastronardi Produce Ltd. and AppHarvest have signed a non-binding letter of intent to form FarmCo, a joint venture to develop a portfolio of controlled environment agriculture facilities to expand the supply of fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens, to Mastronardi’s existing fresh produce marketing and distribution business. FarmCo will have its own leadership team and […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West

Mad Tasty Signs Deal With Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

Mad Tasty, a hemp-infused beverage brand founded by Ryan Tedder, lead singer of OneRepublic and three-time Grammy winning songwriter and producer, has signed a deal with distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Southern Glazer’s is a distributor of beverage alcohol and is now the largest CBD drink wholesaler. “I am ecstatic about our nationwide distribution deal with […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Hy-Vee, Southwest

Silk Releases New Greek Style Coconutmilk Yogurt Alternatives

Silk, a plant-based food and beverage offerings company, is launching its Silk Greek Style Coconutmilk Yogurt Alternatives – the product of a multiyear effort to deliver the signature traits of Greek yogurt, without the traditional ingredient of dairy. The result is a combination of thick texture and a good source of plant-based protein, all in […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Plant-Based News, Southeast

Publix Introduces GreenWise Plant-Based Burgers And Tenders

In response to increased customer demand for more plant‑based protein options, Publix is launching the company’s first pea-based chickenless tenders and meatless burger patties.  The GreenWise Chickenless Tenders, arriving in stores this week, and the GreenWise Meatless Burger, released in April, offer the texture and taste of meat while providing 11 and 19 grams of […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Farm Rich Names Roberts Its First ‘Chief Cheese Officer’

This summer, frozen snack brand Farm Rich announced its first nationwide search for a cheese-loving, content-creating individual to join its team as chief cheese officer. After reviewing more than 1,500 submissions, Phil Roberts of Kingsport, Tennessee, was selected for the role. In his honorary Chief Cheese Officer role, Roberts is receiving a $5,000 stipend, plus […]

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Pop-Tarts Partners With Lyrical Lemonade To Transform Snacks

On Aug. 13, in Los Angeles, the Pop-Tarts x Lyrical Lemonade Experience will open for business and transform basic items – backpacks, notebooks, skateboard decks and sneakers – into Pop-Tarts flavor-themed collectibles. Pop-Tarts and Lyrical Lemonade, along with special guests, will work with fans to customize their items with paint, exclusive patches, custom stickers and live artist illustrations. The experience will take […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Mars Wrigley Treats Fans With Limited-Edition Skittles Shriekers

New limited-edition, Skittles Shriekers are hitting shelves nationwide, just in time for Halloween. Hidden inside each pack of Shriekers are super-sour Skittles that appear to look like the rest yet bring an unpredictable punch of sour flavor. “Skittles is always looking for new ways to surprise fans with unexpected flavor experiences,” said Tanya Berman, Mars […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Boston Beer Co. Partners With PepsiCo For Launch Of Hard Mtn Dew

Boston, Massachusetts-based The Boston Beer Co. and PepsiCo plan to enter a business collaboration to produce Hard Mtn Dew alcoholic beverage. The partnership unites Boston Beer’s world-class innovation and expertise in alcoholic beverages with one of PepsiCo’s most iconic and beloved brands. Adults of legal drinking age will experience the Hard Mtn Dew flavors, all with […]

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Peet’s Coffee Introduces Line Of Flavored Coffee For Home Brewing

Emeryville, California-based Peet’s Coffee has introduced its first line of flavored coffee for home brewing with the launch of its new flavored coffee K-cup pods. Pairing Peet’s coffee with natural flavors for a cup at the press of a button, the new line features three choices: caramel brûlée, vanilla cinnamon and hazelnut mocha. Peet’s expansion […]