Austin, Texas-based Vital Farms, a Certified B Corp. that offers a range of ethically produced pasture-raised foods nationwide, was named as one of Fast Co.’s 2021 “Brands That Matter.” This is Fast Co.’s inaugural list that honors companies and nonprofits achieving relevance through cultural impact, social engagement and communicating their mission and ideals. “Fast Company is […]
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Girl Crush Brands Introduces Sunlit Agave Wine Cocktails
Girl Crush Brands, a certified 100 percent women-owned and operated company out of Southern California, announced the introduction of Sunlit Agave Wine Cocktails, premium ready-to-drink cocktails made with 100 percent Blue Agave, real lime juice and natural flavors. New data shows that the wine cocktail space is one of the fastest growing areas in the […]
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Wayne Farms Completes Divestiture Of Laurel Poultry Production Complex
Oakwood, Georgia-based Wayne Farms LLC, a subsidiary of Continental Grain Co., announced that on Oct. 17 it completed the sale of its Fresh Processing Complex in Laurel, Mississippi, to Amick Farms. The complex includes live production, hatchery, feed mill, manufacturing and production facilities. The divestiture is a key milestone toward completing the previously announced transaction, which will […]
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Fresh Del Monte Raising Prices In Response To Inflationary Market
Miami, Florida-based Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has announced to customers it is raising prices on bananas (including organics and plantains), pineapples and fresh-cut fruit, effective Nov. 1. The move comes in response to unprecedented market conditions and inflationary pressures being felt across all industries, affecting Fresh Del Monte particularly as it relates to production […]
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Tyson Foods Reports More Than 96% Of Active Workforce Is Vaccinated
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods says it has achieved nearly full vaccination of its active workforce. President and CEO Donnie King released the news in a note to members of the Tyson Foods workforce. The full note is below: “Throughout the pandemic, your health and safety has been our top priority. We have used every tool […]
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Sales Of Gold Potatoes Continue To Increase
New data shows volume sales of fresh gold potatoes outpacing sales of reds, russets and whites. This news comes as growers continue to provide a promising outlook for the harvest of their yellow-flesh varieties. Volume sales (in terms of pounds) of fresh gold potatoes increased 3.3 percent during the 52-week period ending Oct. 23, according […]
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Tattooed Chef To Purchase Belmont Confections Inc.
Paramount, California-based Tattooed Chef Inc., a maker of plant-based foods, has entered into an agreement to acquire Belmont Confections Inc., a private label co-manufacturer of nutrition bars, for approximately $18 million in cash and stock. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Tattooed Chef Board of Directors and the acquisition is expected to close […]
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La Colombe Coffee Roasters Deepens Relationship With Whole Foods
La Colombe, a specialty coffee roaster, is expanding its presence with Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market that launches the brand into the national spotlight. La Colombe will provide the coffee and training for cafés in several Whole Foods Market regions, including Rocky Mountain and North Atlantic. Additionally, two “Friends of Whole Foods Market” locations, which […]