Mann Packing Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America, is opening its new facility in Gonzales, California. Joining a lineup of facilities in Salinas, California; Chualar, California; Delhi, California; and Yuma, Arizona, the new facility will allow Mann Packing to […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inNatural Grocers, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Natural Grocers Invites Consumers To Join New Initiatives
Every year health and wellness goals – such as eat better, manage stress and stay hydrated – compete for the top spots on New Year’s resolution lists. But even resolutions set with the best of intentions can be tricky to stick to, as studies show that approximately 80 percent fail by mid-February. Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, West
Bitchin’ Sauce Launches At Sprouts Farmers Market Stores Nationwide
Bitchin’ Sauce, one of the top-selling items in the dips and salsas category in the natural market, will now be available at more than 360 Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. Sprouts is one of the largest natural grocers in the country. “We’re so excited to be launching in Sprouts Farmers Market,” said CEO and Founder […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Vital Farms Recognized By Built In As A “Best Place To Work” In Austin
Vital Farms, a Certified B Corp. that offers a range of ethically produced pasture-raised foods nationwide, was recognized by Built In Austin on its annual 2021 Best Places to Work list. The Built In Best Places to Work list recognizes top employers across the country, featuring companies who go above and beyond for their people, […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Utz To Acquire Vitner’s Snack Food Brand And Distribution Assets
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Brands, a manufacturer of branded salty snacks, says that its subsidiary Utz Quality Foods has entered into a definitive agreement with Snak-King Corp. to acquire certain assets related to the Vitner’s brand. Vitner’s is a brand of snack foods in the Chicago metropolitan market. The total purchase price is $25 million, subject […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest
New Cheetos Crunch Pop Mix Blends Two Fan Favorites
Plano, Texas-based Cheetos has debuted its new Crunch Pop Mix – a combination of traditional Cheetos Crunchy and Cheetos Popcorn, which was introduced during last year’s Super Bowl LIV. Cheetos Crunch Pop Mix comes with its own mock advisory, warning fans it may be snatched by others’ Cheetle-coated fingers. (Cheetle is the powdery residue that gets […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Heller Named To Newman’s Own Foundation Board Of Directors
Newman’s Own Foundation has appointed Bridgette Heller to its board of directors. The foundation continues the work of its founder, actor/philanthropist Paul Newman, by turning all net profits and royalties from the sale of Newman’s Own products into donations, totaling more than $560 million to date. She also serves on the board of directors for Newman’s Own. Heller has been […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Whole Foods
Artisanal Brand New Oh Mommy! Macadamia Oil Spray
Milkadamia, a producer of macadamia nut products, has launched its new line of macadamia nut cooking oils. The savory umami shines through in the brand’s Oh Mommy! and the macadamia flavor gives dishes a delicate buttery taste. Both Oh Mommy! and Pure Macadamia flavors come in a 4.7-oz. spray that will retail for $11.99. The pure macadamia flavor […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
PB2 Launches Industry First Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter
In yet another first for the peanut butter market, PB2 Foods, the Tifton, Georgia-based pioneer of powdered peanut butter, has launched its newest innovation: PB2 Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter. “Finally, health-conscious peanut butter lovers who prefer crunchy over creamy no longer have to pick a side,” said Craig Entwistle, CEO of PB2 Foods. Like other offerings in the […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Always, Walmart Team Up With Olympic Gold Medal Gymnast Hernandez
Always and Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart are teaming up with Olympic gold medal gymnast Laurie Hernandez to encourage everyone to help girls stay in sports. Millions of girls quit sports at puberty, in part because many don’t realize the long-term value of their participation, and therefore, don’t encourage them to keep playing. But the reality is, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, National
Technologies That Will Impact The Meat Case In The Next Five Years
Sponsored content By Michael Uetz, managing principal, Midan Marketing, meat marketing specialists since 2004 The science fiction genre has long been predicting the technologies and foods of the future. In the 1970s and ‘80s, 2021 was a far-off world ripe for narratives. Lucky for us, few of the stories provided an accurate picture of […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Duncan Hines Launches New Line Of Epic Baking Kits
Inspired by bakeries, social media and baking influencers, Duncan Hines, a brand of Conagra Brands, is launching a collection of baking kits perfect to make at home with your family. Duncan Hines Epic Baking Kits come in five flavors: Fruity Pebbles Cake Kit, Salted Caramel Brownie Kit, S’mores Brownie Kit, Cookies & Cream Cookie Kit and Cookie […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Daily Harvest Mylk Plant-Based, Made With Clean, Whole Ingredients
Daily Harvest has introduced Mylk, a plant-based milk made with clean, whole ingredients including transitional organic almonds, a pinch of Himalayan sea salt and sometimes vanilla bean. Unlike most plant-based milks on the market, Daily Harvest Mylk is undiluted, as well as 100 percent free of gums, emulsifiers, preservatives, added sugars or carrageenan. “People are […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, National
Mtn Dew Launches New Drinks, Major Melon And Major Melon Zero Sugar
Mtn Dew is going pink with a new offering – Mtn Dew Major Melon. This addition to the brand’s beverage portfolio features the taste of watermelon with a Dew twist. Mtn Dew Major Melon – also available in a zero-sugar variety – is the first permanent flavor offering in more than a decade and is […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, The Kroger Co., West
Foster Farms Offers Keto-Friendly Smart Crust Pizza Line
For those following a Keto or low carb diet, pizza no longer has to be off the table. Foster Farms Smart Crust Pizza has recently been Keto certified by The Paleo Foundation, an independent, third party non-profit which sets the standards for ingredients and food that meet the basic tenets of the Keto Diet. Available in three […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
General Mills Big G Cereal And ‘Got Milk?’ Team Up For Breakfast
Minneapolis, Minnesota-based General Mills Big G cereal and Got Milk? have entered a partnership designed to deliver even more fun along with the essential nutrition people need to fuel their mornings. To celebrate the partnership, General Mills is debuting special, limited edition packaging on popular cereals featuring their characters – such as Buzz, Lucky, Trix Rabbit and […]
Posted inHome Page Slider, Plant-Based News, Southwest
Jimmy Dean Introduces New Plant-Based Patty Breakfast Sandwiches
Jimmy Dean, a brand under the Tyson Foods banner headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, is meeting the growing demand for meat alternative options with the launch of two new sandwiches featuring a plant-based patty. Crafted with the brand’s signature seasoning, both Jimmy Dean Plant-Based Patty, Egg and Cheese Croissant Sandwich and Jimmy Dean Delights Plant-Based Patty and Frittata Sandwich feature the […]
Posted inCenter Store, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Midwest
SuckerPunch Gourmet Pickles Unveils New Logo And Packaging
SuckerPunch Gourmet, the maker of premium flavor-packed pickles crafted with a signature 11-spice blend, Bloody Mary mixes and pickle juice, unveils a logo and packaging refresh across its brand portfolio. Rolling out onto shelves in early 2021, the redesign was made to better represent SuckerPunch Gourmet’s brand identity and unique flavors, and reflect the whimsical, […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
International Delight Releases New Pebbles Coffee Creamers
Broomfield, Colorado-based International Delight is offering new Fruity Pebbles and Cocoa Pebbles Coffee Creamers, available now at retailers nationwide for a limited time. This month, in celebration of the cereal’s milestone 50th birthday year in 2021, the coffee creamer brand is bringing the signature flavors of the classic Pebbles cereals from the bowl to the coffee mug. […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, West
See’s Candies Celebrates Centennial, Asks Fans To Submit Dream Candy
See’s Candies, an American-made chocolate and candy company, is kicking off its centennial anniversary. For the first time, See’s is asking its customers what its next candy piece should be with the launch of “What’s Your Sweet Idea?” Fans are encouraged to submit their ultimate candy creation on sees.com/sweetidea now through Jan. 20. See’s dedicated team of […]