The Southeast Produce Council has announced the inaugural class of the Next Generation Leadership Academy, a leadership development program designed for up-and-coming leaders. This year-long program will provide participants an approach to leadership ideals and methodologies. Participants will develop leadership skills and prepare to navigate industry challenges with a growth mindset. The SEPC’s academy will […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inCenter Store, Feature, Southeast
Barbecue Sauce Maker Keeps ‘Puttin’ The South In Your Mouth’
Mrs. Griffin’s Barbecue Sauce, headquartered in Macon, Georgia, was founded in 1935 by Mangham Edward Griffin. He created a special sauce for his family’s Fourth of July picnic every year, according to owner Roland Neel. The company has been “puttin’ The South in your mouth” for 88 years and is one of the oldest continuously […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
North Coast Seafood Launches Kelp Meatballs, Burgers
Boston, Massachusetts-based North Coast Seafoods is launching new product innovations, such as meatballs and burgers, using ocean-grown kelp from the Gulf of Maine. Items made with kelp are naturally vegan and gluten free with a clean label list of ingredients composed of kelp, green chickpeas, brown rice, and spices. Kelp meatballs and burgers are made using sustainably-grown kelp, […]
Posted inSpecialty, Association News, National
SFA Shares Top 10 Trends From Winter Fancy Food Show
The Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel previewed thousands of specialty food products showcased by more than 1,100 exhibitors Jan. 15-17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Ten overall trends have emerged from the show. “Products that make home cooking more convenient and restaurant-quality are in demand, whether meal starter kits, distinctive salts or butters, condiments from around […]
Posted inBakery News, Executive News, Southeast
Flowers Foods Names Cox As Chief Human Resources Officer
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods has named Cindy Cox as chief human resources officer. In this role, she will lead the company’s human resources organization, reporting to President and CEO A. Ryals McMullian. “Cindy brings a distinguished track record of excellence in human resources management to Flowers, and I’m confident that she will make a tremendous impact as our new CHRO,” […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Produce News
Kroger Plans To Expand Gotham Greens Line To 1K Locations
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. and Gotham Greens are bringing greenhouse-grown produce and plant-based foods to more customers across the country. Kroger customers can find Gotham Greens’ produce in more than 300 stores, with plans to expand to nearly 1,000 stores by the end of 2023. In addition, the expansion of Gotham Greens’ plant-based dips, cooking […]
Posted inAlbertsons, Health & Wellness, Nonfood Items, Online Grocery Technology, West
Albertsons Companies Launches Digital Health, Wellness Platform
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has launched Sincerely Health, a digital health and wellness platform that is accessible on 16 of its banners’ grocery apps and websites. Sincerely Health is designed to help improve lives by connecting, educating, encouraging and rewarding customers on their health and wellness journey so they can make informed choices regarding food, physical […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Gorton’s Seafood Launches Air Fried Butterfly Shrimp, Fish Fillets
Gloucester, Massachusetts-based Gorton’s Seafood has launched two new air-fried products: fish fillets and butterfly shrimp. “The most exciting part about these new products is that they’ve already been air fried before they get to the consumer,” said Jake Holbrook, VP of marketing. “You don’t need to own an air fryer to enjoy all of the benefits of light, […]