David Sherrod, president and CEO of Southeast Produce Council, spoke with The Shelby Report of The Southwest during the recent Southern Innovations conference in Nashville, Tennessee. A member-driven, nonprofit association of more than 3,000 leaders from the produce industry, the SEPC formed more than 20 years ago to promote the value of fresh fruits and […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Milo’s Tea Co. Donates 5K Gallons, $40K To Nonprofits
In recognition of Giving Tuesday, Bessemer, Alabama-based Milo’s Tea Co. will donate more than 5,000 gallons of tea and lemonade and $40,000 to nonprofits. GivingTuesday is a global movement to inspire people to make a difference through generosity. The $40,000 donation will be distributed among five organizations: The Literacy Council of Central Alabama, Tulsa Community […]
Posted inCenter Store, National
IHA Welcomes Travel Goods Association To Inspired Home Show
The International Housewares Association and the Travel Goods Association have announced a collaboration that will bring TGA’s 2023 live event to IHA’s Inspired Home Show from March 4-7 in Chicago. The Inspired Home Show will dedicate a new category – travel gear and luggage – to luggage, travel goods and accessory brands manufactured by members of […]
Posted inDeli News, Bristol Farms, Corporate Store News, West
Bristol Farms, Wise Sons Partner For Hanukkah Catering
Carson, California-based Bristol Farms is partnering with Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen to feature new Hanukkah catering meal offerings. The holiday meals will include Wise Sons’ products such as bagels, challah, smoked salmon, chocolate babka and rugelach. “We’re excited to add Wise Sons to our Hanukkah offerings,” said Adam Caldecott, CEO of Bristol Farms. “For forty years, our mission has […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Farmer John Awards $25K Through California Kindness Project
Farmer John recognized St. Francis Center in Los Angeles with a check for $25,000 for its impact in Southern California. The endowment is part of Farmer John’s California Kindness Project, a grant program launched this year to support nonprofits that are making an impact in their local communities. The St. Francis Center was among the top selected charities to receive the $25,000 donation, […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Ocean Mist Farms Introduces Brussels Sprouts In Retailers
Castroville, California-based Ocean Mist Farms’ brussels sprouts are headed into the peak fall crop to meet shopper demand during the holiday season. Known for its Gold Standard Artichokes, Ocean Mist Farms also provides brussels sprouts, which are being harvested out of Castroville through January, and will be coming out of Coachella and Mexico beginning in late-December. “The […]
Posted inProduce News, C-Store News, Southeast
Royal Farms Expands Into North Carolina With New Facility
Royal Farms has announced plans to open its first location in North Carolina in early 2023. The store will be built in Grandy and additional stores in the state will follow in New Bern, Greenville, Lumberton, Kinston and Jacksonville. Royal Farms has plans to open more locations in other areas of the state to bring […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Survey Debuts Results Of Anticipated Awkward Holiday Situations
Newark, New Jersey-based Mars Wrigley’s EXTRA gum has shared the results of a seasonal survey that highlights some of the most common-yet-uncomfortable interactions experienced by many during holiday celebrations. Conducted by KRC Research, EXTRA gum surveyed 1,004 U.S. adult consumers about the most loaded conversations and social situations during the holiday season. Tapping into the brand’s […]