Innovation has been within the core of Duracell for 60-plus years, according to the company. Since introducing the first AA and AAA batteries in the 1960s, Duracell has continued to invest and lead innovation to drive the category. Now the brand reports that it is launching its greatest innovation since Coppertop—guaranteeing Duracell power for up […]
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Posted in, Beverage News, West
Southern California McDonald’s Introduces New Flavors
Two new summer flavors are now available at Southern California McDonald’s® restaurants: the Spicy Chicken McBites and McCafe Chocolate Chip Frappe. Like January’s limited time Chicken McBites, the new Spicy Chicken McBites are crispy, poppable pieces of juicy white chicken breast, seasoned to create heat and flavor that builds with every bite. Spicy Chicken McBites […]
Posted in, Center Store, West
Unified CEO: It’s Probably Time To ‘Redefine’ Center Store
by Kristen Cloud/staff writer While perimeter store sales have seen a substantial uptick in recent years, perhaps taking away from purchases consumers would normally make in the center store, Al Plamann says the center store category shouldn’t be dismissed as a disappearing one. Rather, he notes, the definition of center store simply needs updating. Plamann, […]
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Simpli OatShake Beverage Innovation Wins Third Award In Six Months
On a hot streak of awards for its innovative Simpli™ OatShake beverage, Simpli OatShake Coffee received the sofi™ Silver award for Outstanding Cold Beverage from the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade Inc. (NASFT). This marks the third award received by Simpli OatShake within the last six months, an unprecedented event for a newcomer […]
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Fair Oaks Farms Introduces Core Power High-Protein Milk Shake
Whether you have just wrapped up a high intensity kick boxing workout, a long run, a bike ride or just a relaxing walk after a full day, nothing supports rapid recovery better than the smooth, clean taste of all new Core Power. This high protein milk shake starts with fresh, natural, top quality real milk […]
Posted in, Center Store, Midwest, Perishables, Suppliers
Spartech Expanding Muncie Plant, Adding 30 Jobs
Plastic packaging products maker Spartech will expand its packaging facility in Muncie, Ind., and will add 32 jobs at the plant. The Muncie plant, which was just one of several facilities Spartech considered for the upgrades, has been a part of the Muncie community since 1984 when it opened as part of Ball Plastics. Purchased […]
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34 Degrees New Sweet Crisps Hit Stores Nationally
34 Degrees, maker of all-natural, wafer-thin crisps, has added Sweet Crisps—Caramel, Chocolate, Cinnamon and Graham—to its popular product line. Now available nationally, 34 Degrees Sweet Crisps provide a new twist on snack food, pairing perfectly with nut butters, fruit spreads, a variety of cheeses and ice cream for hors d’oeuvres and desserts as well as […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Marketing News, Southeast
Pepsi Bottling Seeks Incentives For Winston-Salem Expansion
Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking up to $1 million in incentives from the city of Winston-Salem, N.C., to help expand its sales and distribution operations, the Winston-Salem Journal reports. Local officials told the newspaper that if Winston-Salem is selected for the expansion, the company plans to invest close to $80 million in a move that […]
Posted in, National, Organic Natural
New Line Of Duchy Originals From Waitrose Cookies Coming To America
All-natural Duchy Originals from Waitrose cookies, from the brand founded by Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales, are being introduced in the U.S. this month. Traditionally baked by Walkers Shortbread in the Scottish Highlands, they will be available initially through WalkersUS.com and then in gourmet and natural food stores. The new line adheres to the […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Denver, Portland, Seattle Adults Likely to Choose Local Brew
A new study from local market consumer research firm Scarborough reveals that 42 percent of the age 21 and over American adult population have enjoyed a beer in the past 30 days. More specifically, 5 percent of all adults 21 or older have had a microbrew in the same time frame. Where are these beer […]
Posted in, Albertsons, National, New Products
Supervalu’s Essential Everyday Brand To Expand
Supervalu is expanding its Essential Everyday brand to 2,700 of the most shopped-for products across more than 100 categories throughout the grocery store by 2013. The brand, which was introduced in select categories last year, offers consumers great quality food at a great value. Essential Everyday products are available at approximately 3,300 stores nationwide, including […]
Posted in, New Products, West
Munchkin Products Help Parents Instill Healthy Eating Habits
In recognition of Eat Your Vegetables Day on June 17, California-based Munchkin, designer and manufacturer of infant and toddler products, has introduced the Balanced Meal Toddler Plate and Balanced Meal Reusable Placemat, designed to help parents educate children about healthy eating habits at an early age. These functional feeding tools offer easy-to-use, visual guidelines for […]
Posted in, Center Store, Midwest, National
KeHE’s Holiday Show Brings Huge Donation
KeHE Distributors celebrated its 60th anniversary year in a big way at its annual holiday show, which was held June 10-12 in Chicago. Big, as in a truckload filled with products from Vigo & Alessi, including its premium la Molisana pasta imported from Italy. Retailers could bid on the truckload in a silent auction held […]
Posted in, Center Store, Southeast, Suppliers
Snyder’s-Lance Acquires O’Byrne Distributing
Snyder’s-Lance has acquired substantially all assets of O’Byrne Distributing, a snack food distributor serving the Augusta, Ga., area. “We’re excited to expand our direct store delivery (DSD) distribution network in the Augusta market with the addition of O’Byrne,” said Ed Good, president of S-L Distribution, a subsidiary of Charlotte, N.C.-based Snyder’s-Lance. “The strengths of O’Byrne […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Combos Declares Oklahoma City ‘Manliest’
Mars Chocolate North America has released its fourth annual Combos “America’s Manliest Cities” study, which saw Oklahoma City claim the No. 1 position. Combos, cheese-filled pretzels, crackers and tortillas made with real cheese, once again partnered with Bert Sperling, the research expert behind the popular “Best Places to Live” studies, to develop the “America’s Manliest […]
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Self Magazine Chooses Aldi’s Nature’s Nectar Juice
Aldi’s exclusive brand, Nature’s Nectar 100% Berry Burst Juice, won this year’s Self magazine Healthy Food Award under the drink category. Made from a blend of four fruit juices, the 100% Berry Burst Juice is one of 35 varieties including All Natural Lemonade and 100% Apple Juice in the Nature’s Nectar brand. “We are very […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Starbucks Collection Benefits Create Jobs for USA Fund
Starbucks has introduced the Indivisible collection available at participating Starbucks stores in the U.S. and at www.StarbucksStore.com for a limited time, starting June 12. For each qualifying purchase from the Indivisible collection, a donation will be made to Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) for the Create Jobs for USA Fund. The Starbucks Indivisible collection offers coffee […]
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Barilla Rolls Out Microwaveable Meals Nationwide
Barilla, the world’s No. 1 pasta brand, has announced the nationwide availability of its new line of microwaveable meals—single servings of pasta and sauce that are ready to eat after just 60 seconds in the microwave. They deliver the Italian taste and quality people have come to expect from Barilla in a shelf stable and […]
Posted in, Beverage News, C-Store News, Northeast
Big Apple Forms Grocers Association
Attorneys Brad Gerstman and David Schwartz have announced the formation of NYAGS, the New York Association of Grocery Stores. “We have formed NYAGS, New York Association of Grocery Stores, in order to stop the assault against grocery stores as well as the foodservice industry all over New York by the mayor and other government officials,” […]
Posted in, New Products, West
Kashi Introduces Soft-Baked Squares
To help moms make smart food choices for their kids, Kashi has introduced new Kashi® Soft-Baked Squares. Available in Chocolate and Almond varieties, the Soft-Baked Squares combine unexpected real food ingredients, such as sweet potatoes and beans, with Kashi’s signature blend of 7 Whole Grains to offer great taste and nutrition in a unique snack […]