Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based Calypso, originator of the flavored lemonade category, has released a distribution agreement with Big Geyser, the largest independent non-alcoholic beverage distributor in the New York metro area. This partnership brings Calypso products to the five boroughs of New York City, along with Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties, representing access to 26,000 outlets. “We are […]
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Posted inNew Products, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southwest, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
The Pioneer Woman Launches New Seasonings Line
The Pioneer Woman, a leading lifestyle brand represented by Earthbound Brands, will launch a new line of custom seasonings created in partnership with Old World Spices & Seasonings Inc., the premier spice blend manufacturer. Inspired by fan-favorite recipes from Ree Drummond, known as The Pioneer Woman, the new spices bring her signature flavors into consumers’ kitchens nationwide. […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
Tillamook Releases Two New Vintages Of Maker’s Reserve Aged Cheddar
Tillamook County Creamery Association, the more than 110-year-old farmer-owned dairy co-op based in Tillamook, Oregon, has released Maker’s Reserve 2011 and 2018 vintages into its Maker’s Reserve program. These cheeses are part of a broader assortment of Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp White Cheddar vintages available this year, including 2015, 2016 and 2017. “Tillamook Maker’s Reserve […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Farmer Brothers Announces Opening of West Coast Distribution Center
Northlake, Texas-based Farmer Bros. Co., a national coffee roaster, wholesaler and distributor of coffee, tea and culinary products, has opened a new 156,600-square-foot distribution center in Rialto, California. The Rialto facility opening reflects the successful execution of the company’s last major supply chain optimization initiative as part of its broader turnaround strategy. As previously revealed, […]
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Pan-O-Gold Introduces New Village Hearth Half Loaves
Pan-O-Gold Baking Co., a family-owned commercial bakery with state-of-the-art facilities in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin, introduced new Village Hearth Half Loaves in January. “Our customers have been asking for a smaller loaf, and we listened. Our new half loaves are the perfect size for smaller households.” said Bob Gartland, SVP. “The slices are the […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
The Coca-Cola Co. Introduces Bottles Made From Recycled Materials
The Coca-Cola Co., headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, has introduced a new 13.2-oz. bottle made from 100 percent recycled plastic material. This new bottle will be available first in the company’s biggest and most iconic brand: Coca-Cola. In addition, the company announced the transition to bottles made from 100 percent recycled plastic material across a selection […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Wayne Farms’ Chef’s Craft Gourmet Chicken Expanding Retail Footprint
Oakwood, Georgia-based Wayne Farms’ Chef’s Craft Gourmet Chicken is continuing its retail expansion by offering its products in additional grocery stores. The chef-inspired brand of products is now available at Midwest retail giant Meijer. The Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Fillet, Grilled Chicken Breast Chunks and Gluten-Free Breaded Chicken Breast Chunks are being sold at more than 65 […]
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Market Profile: Good Earth Market Finds Success With Organic, Natural Offerings
by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Good Earth Market, built from the ground up 16 years ago in Ocean View, Delaware, is a woman-owned business. It started solely as a grocery store, and about nine years ago, owner Susan Ryan had a tenant come in and start a restaurant. After leasing that portion for a […]