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Herdez Taqueria Street Sauce Line Expands With Two Varieties

The makers of Herdez brand salsa have announced the launch of two new varieties in the Herdez Taqueria Street Sauce line – Avocado Cilantro and Cilantro Lime. “Following the successful introduction of the line in 2018, we’ve been hard at work perfecting the next additions,” said Giselle Olson, brand manager. “We’re playing into crave-worthy ingredients that are reminiscent of […]

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Gerber Reveals 2021 Spokesbaby And First Chief Growing Officer

Early childhood nutrition leader Gerber unveiled the winner of its 11th annual Photo Search, who will serve as the 2021 Gerber Spokesbaby, as an honorary role on Gerber’s Executive Committee as chief growing officer. Zane Kahin from Winter Park, Florida captivated the judging panel with his attitude, giggles and smile. As the latest Gerber Spokesbaby and […]

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Cargill And TGI Fridays Team Up In Honoring Firefighters Across The U.S.

To say a big thank you to firefighters across the nation for their work and dedication to the community during a year of uncertainty, Cargill and TGI Fridays are teaming up this summer to build Bold Heroes. It is an initiative designed to provide firefighters across the nation with TGI Fridays frozen beef patties, condiments […]

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The Wonderful Co. Wins Awards For Pistachios, POM Teas

Wonderful Pistachios No Shells recently announced that one of its newest flavors, Sea Salt & Vinegar, has won several awards.  A tart and tangy snack, it was selected as a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2021 Healthy Snack Awards in the Nutritious Nuts & Legumes category and won Gold for “Best Savory Snack” in Delicious Living’s 2021 Best Bite Awards […]

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Hershey Completes Acquisition Of Lily’s Confectionery Brand

The Hershey Co. completed its acquisition of Lily’s, the maker of low-sugar, better-for-you confectionery products, for a purchase price of $425 million. “Lily’s is a great addition to Hershey’s growing portfolio of better-for-you snacking brands, and we are excited to add this high-growth, leading BFY brand and to get to work with its talented and innovative team,” said Chuck Raup, […]

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Sparkling Ice Extends Superfruit Line With Natural Sweetener

As health and wellness continues to remain top-of-mind for many consumers, Preston, Washington-based Sparkling Ice is launching an extension of its full-flavored, zero-sugar sparkling water line featuring the flavors of superfruits.  Sparkling Ice Superfruit is a better-for-you beverage delivering B, C and D vitamins. This is the brand’s first non-alcoholic line extension that is sweetened with […]

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Use Omnichannel Marketing To Reach Online Meat Shoppers

Sponsored content by Michael Uetz / managing principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency The biggest shift grocery retailing has experienced due to the pandemic is likely the increased adoption of online shopping, especially in the perimeter departments, where consumers were not yet comfortable allowing others to choose their products. According […]