Organic & Natural Health Association has promoted Naomi Whittel as president of the board of directors, while transitioning founding president and Venable partner, Todd Harrison, to a new position as board counsel. “This is a very exciting development for Organic & Natural Health Association as it shows how far we have grown and matured under Karen Howard’s leadership,” Harrison […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Milo’s Tea Co. Plans For Production Facility In Moore, SC
Milo’s Tea Company, a 76-year-old Alabama-based national beverage company, will invest more than $130 million initially to build a new manufacturing and distribution facility in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. In the beginning, this new facility will bring more than 100 jobs to the area. This new investment is a direct response to the growth of the Milo’s brand. It […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Farmer Focus Receives $3.6M Expansion Grant From USDA
Harrisonburg, Virginia-based Farmer Focus received a $3.6 million grant as part of the second round of the USDA’s Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion program. The grant will support a $17.8 million expansion of Farmer Focus’ organic chicken processing facility in Harrisonburg. By doubling processing capacity over the next two years, this investment will enable Farmer Focus […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Side Delights Showcases Potato Products At SEPC Show
The Fresh Solutions Network will exhibit its branded Side Delights’ fresh potatoes, as well as a new line of spuds March 4 at the SEPC’s Southern Exposure trade show in Orlando, Florida. SEPC’s Southern Exposure show highlights the latest innovations within the fresh produce industry. “We’ve exhibited at SEPC’s Southern Exposure for over a decade. We are […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Red Lobster Launches Frozen Seafood Product Line
Orlando, Florida-based Red Lobster has launched its first line of seafood products available in retail locations. Inspired by guest favorites, the retail entrées include Cheddar Bay Biscuit Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp Bites. The lineup of new seafood products builds on the current retail line of Cheddar Bay Biscuit offerings and features, including: Cheddar Bay Biscuit Cod and Parmesan Crusted Garlic with Herb Stuffed Shrimp. […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Produce Consumptions Unchanged Despite Price Increases
FMI – The Food Industry Association released the “Power of Produce 2023” report March 3 at the Southeast Produce Council’s annual Southern Exposure event, revealing produce department sales grew 4.8 percent to $74.5 billion in 2022, even as inflation increased the price of fruits and vegetables. More consumers are turning to valued-added produce – pre-cut and washed – and packaged […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
WP Produce Showcases Desbry Line Of Tropical Fruits, Roots
WP Produce, a Miami-based and family-owned grower, packer and shipper of Desbry brand tropical fruits and roots, returns March 2-4 to the annual SEPC Southern Exposure tradeshow and conference in Orlando. During the expo, WP Produce will showcase its line of tropical fruits and roots sourced from throughout Florida, the Caribbean and Latin America. “SEPC’s flagship Southern Exposure is a very […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Seafood North America Expo Names Keynote, Shares Agenda
Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America has named its keynote speaker, Megan Greene, and plenary speaker, Thea Lee, who will headline conference program featuring more than 30 educational sessions. The event, produced by Diversified Communications, will take place March 12-14 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. Greene, a global economist, will present, “Economic Update for […]