Chicago-based higi, a consumer health engagement platform which partners with retailers to enable care access points via a connected network of smart health stations, has expanded its relationship with The Kroger Co., whose Roundy’s Supermarkets will now offer higi smart health stations as a resource to all consumers who visit their stores. Higi stations offer […]
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Posted inBeverage News, Frozen Food, Health & Wellness, Suppliers, West
Ready To Thrive Frozen Smoothies Now In Two New Flavors
Los Angeles-based Ready to Thrive Smoothie is adding two new flavors—Boost and Rejuvenate—to its current lineup that includes Energy and Green varieties. The new ready-to-blend frozen smoothie cups are available at Target stores nationwide for $3.99. The Boost flavor features vitamin-abundant whole foods to support immunity, including mango, pineapple, avocado, zucchini, matcha tea, cacao and […]
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FlavoRx Now Available Free At Walmart Neighborhood Markets
Walmart is now offering FlavoRx with select liquid prescriptions for no additional cost at Neighborhood Market pharmacies. FlavoRx is a flavoring that can be added to liquid prescription medicines given to children to make it taste better to them. It comes in a variety of flavors, including grape, strawberry, mango and bubblegum. “We know our […]
Posted inNortheast, Center Store, Grocery News, Suppliers
B&G Foods Acquires Clabber Girl Baking Products
B&G Foods Inc. has acquired the Clabber Girl Corp. baking products from Hulman & Co. In addition to Clabber Girl Baking Powder, Clabber Girl’s product offerings include the Rumford, Davis, Hearth Club and Royal brands of retail baking powder, baking soda and corn starch and the Royal brand of foodservice dessert mixes. B&G Foods, headquartered […]
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Trolli Most Innovative New Product At Sweets & Snacks Expo
Ferrara Candy Co. received two Most Innovative New Product Awards for its Trolli candy at the National Confectioners Association‘s 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, Illinois. Trolli Sour Brite Crunchy Crawlers won Best in Show Most Innovative Product Award and Trolli Sour Brite Candy Corn won Most Innovative New Product Award for seasonal. “Trolli […]
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CBDNhance Releases Two Products To Increase CBD Absorption
Edmond, Oklahoma-based CBDNhance has released two new products, Ultra-Relief and Ultra-Relax, that are designed to increase the benefits of CBD. The products do not contain CBD, but instead, contain terpenes and other natural ingredients that have been shown to help with CBD absorption and effectiveness. The products do not contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). “We’re taking advantage […]
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Ardent Mills Announces Expansion To Denver Community Mill
Ardent Mills is expanding its existing mill in the popular River North Art District of Denver, Colorado. The mill’s new processing “muscle” will directly support The Annex by Ardent Mills. The Denver-based company is investing in the Denver Mill to add capability to clean and pack intact grains, pearl barley and dehull heirloom grains like […]
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Cargill Meat Solutions Brands To Roll Out New Protein Snacks This Fall
Three brands from Cargill Meat Solutions are planning to release new turkey-based protein products this fall. Honeysuckle White and Shady Brook Farms plan to introduce turkey dippers, a high-protein, low-carb snack. Turkey Dippers are designed to be eaten on-the-go. Each Turkey Dippers kit has at least 16g of protein, powered by turkey that is raised […]
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New Sparkling Ice Case Wraps Support Honor Flight Network
For a fourth year, Sparkling Ice is working with the Honor Flight Network to take the nation’s military veterans on trips to Washington, D.C., to see the war memorials built in their honor. But this is the first year Sparkling Ice has designed special limited-edition case wraps to promote Honor Flight. The new Honor Flight […]
Posted inMidwest, C-Store News, Deli News, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology
Casey’s Redesigns Website To Make It Easier To Order Pizza
Casey’s General Stores has debuted a new and improved Caseys.com, with a refreshed design and enhancements to the online ordering system, designed to make it easier to order Casey’s pizza. “Our customers love Casey’s pizza, and we wanted to make it even easier for them to order online,” said Art Sebastian, VP of digital experiences […]
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Collins Retiring From Keurig Dr Pepper, Per Merger Plans
Rodger Collins, president of direct store delivery for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., will be retiring from the company, consistent with succession plans established at the time Keurig and Dr Pepper merged. Collins will remain with the company as a consultant following his retirement in mid-July. Dr Pepper is based in Plano, Texas; Keurig is based in […]
Posted inNortheast, Bakery News, C-Store News, Deli News, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Store News, Suppliers
Between Rounds Bakery To Sell Items At CT C-Stores
Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, a fast-casual restaurant operator based in South Windsor, Connecticut, recently obtained a license to manufacture prepared foods and now plans to offer its signature bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches at convenience stores in Hartford County and beyond. Currently, the company’s prepared breakfast and lunch sandwiches are available in the refrigerated […]
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Sprouts Hiring 150 For New Lake Forest, California, Store
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, is hiring for its soon-to-be finished new store in Lake Forest, California. The nearly 30,000-s.f. store at 24332 Rockfield Boulevard will open at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14. Details about the grand opening celebration will be announced at a later date. […]
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Monnik Beer Being Canned For Sale In Louisville-Area Stores
Louisville, Kentucky-based brewpub Monnik Beer Co. is canning two of its most popular brews for distribution in Louisville-area stores. The beers being canned are Hauck’s American Pilsner and Monnik India Pale Ale. The canned beers will be available in late May. Located in the heart of the Schnitzelburg neighborhood of Louisville, Monnik Beer Co. has […]
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Raley’s Private Label Chicken Now Antibiotic Free, Cage Free
Raley’s Private Label Chicken program has been relaunched with two significant improvements. For the first time in the grocer’s 84-year history, Raley’s brand chicken is now 100 percent antibiotic free and packaged in 100 percent recyclable trays. The changes to Raley’s Private Label Chicken are yet another step in Raley’s commitment to sustainability and health, […]
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Defy CBD Performance Drink Launches In Denver
The Defy CBD performance drink has launched as the first CBD-infused performance drink on the market, the company said. Defy made the announcement in Denver, Colorado, where the company is based, with founders Beau Wehrle, CEO, and Megan Bushell, COO, Dave Logan of iHeartMedia and pro football Hall of Famer and Defy founding partner Terrell […]
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Kellogg Co. Names Two New Grocery VPs; Rolling Out New Cereal
Kellogg Co. has announced the promotion of two of its longstanding and experienced sales leaders. Carrie Sander has been promoted to VP-national accounts-grocery, and Shane Sgambelluri has been promoted to VP-regional accounts-grocery. Sander has a variety of experience in different sales channels and regions during her 17 years with Kellogg. She most recently served as […]
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Albertsons Updating, Adding To Signature Select Brand Line
Albertsons Cos.’ Signature Select brand is ramping up its presence across stores with the addition of more than 300 new products and updated branding in 2019. The redesigned products are in the Signature Kitchens, Signature Home, refreshe and The Snack Artist brands. Streamlining these products into Signature Select’s portfolio of more than 2,400 products provides […]
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Lucas Continues Her Grandfather’s Legacy At JSL Foods
Jade Wong Lucas, national accounts manager-foodservice at JSL Foods Inc. in Los Angeles, now is promoting the Twin Dragon brand her grandfather created 65 years ago. “I’m so pleased to be working at JSL Foods and having the opportunity to continue the legacy of the Twin Dragon brand,” Lucas said. “JSL Foods has been a great […]
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The Power Of Meat: Meeting Consumers Where They Are To Increase Sales
Meat is the calling card for most grocery stores, according to Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics, who for 14 years now has prepared the Power of Meat report on behalf of the Annual Meat Conference, sponsored by the Food Marketing Institute and the North American Meat Institute. This year’s edition, like those in the past, […]