Coral Gables, Florida-based Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has launched its Mini Honeyglow pineapple in North America. The new product has the same quality and flavor as the original Honeyglow pineapple but is now available in a miniature size for consumers. “The Mini Honeyglow is the perfect addition to Fresh Del Monte’s pineapple offerings,” said Pablo Rivero, VP […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Frozen Food, National, Plant-Based News
IRI Reports Decline In Meat Alternatives Pulled Down May Total
The height, widespread nature and the continued acceleration of inflation dominated the headlines in May. Whether in the grocery store, at the pump or at the movies, consumers were paying more. “Compared with the fall of 2021, inflation is higher, more people are making changes and the supply chain challenges from labels to packaging to […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
US Foods Partners With Kalera To Expand Produce Portfolio
Rosemont, Illinois-based US Foods Holding Corp. has announced an agreement with Kalera, a hydroponic indoor vertical farming company. This is US Foods’ largest vertical farming relationship to date. The agreement underscores US Foods’ commitment to bringing foodservice operators a broad assortment of high-quality produce, year-round. It will also expand the portfolio of local farms that US Foods is sourcing […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Rocky Mountain High Brands’ Launches Pediatric Electrolyte Flavors
Plano, Texas-based Rocky Mountain High Brands Inc. has announced a leading operator of discount variety stores will now carry the company’s Great Choice’s pediatric electrolyte grape and fruit flavors in 16.9 oz bottles. The drinks are on shelves in stores throughout the country and will soon be available in more chain locations this summer. This […]
Posted inInternational Foods, National
Apollo Funds To Acquire Cardenas Markets
Apollo announced that funds managed by its affiliates have agreed to acquire Cardenas Markets, a grocery retailer focused on serving the Hispanic community, from investment funds affiliated with KKR, a global investment firm. Upon completion of the transaction, Apollo Funds will combine Tony’s Fresh Market, a Chicago-based portfolio company, with Cardenas Markets, which operates across […]
Posted inDeli News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Will Celebrate Father’s Day With Meals, Specials
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. wants to help families celebrate dad and spend time together this Father’s Day with a variety of deals and products. The specialty food retailer is offering special pricing on a Father’s Day meal, along with several gift options for dad’s big day. According to the National Retail Federation, one […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Vallarta Supermarkets Partners With Flashfood For Five-Store Pilot
Vallarta Supermarkets, one of the largest Latino-owned supermarket chains in California, has begun a pilot partnership with Flashfood, a digital marketplace that provides customers access to heavily discounted food nearing its best-by date. The five-store pilot will bring the app to Los Angeles County shoppers in Palmdale and Lancaster for the first time, expanding Flashfood’s presence […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Green Giant Survey Reveals Broccoli As America’s Favorite Vegetable
Green Giant announced new consumer survey results that found broccoli remains America’s favorite vegetable for 2022. The Green Giant brand polled more than 5,000 Americans for its annual “Favorite Veggie” open-ended survey to determine consumers’ favorite vegetables timed to National Eat Your Vegetables Day, held June 17. Key survey findings include: Broccoli Takes the Crown Again: Broccoli is the […]