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Vertical Farming Firms Expanding Distribution Across Country

Lettuce touted as hyperlocal, healthier This is the second article in a three-part series by The Shelby Report on the produce industry. by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Over the past decade or so, vertical farming has grown tremendously through research and development. And during COVID, it proved to be a safe and reliable solution for some […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Distinctive Foods Offers Pabst Blue Ribbon Mini Pretzel Beer Brats

Wheeling, Illinois-based Distinctive Foods, the producer of Bageldogs, Pretzeldogs and other dough-wrapped proteins, recently debuted Pabst Blue Ribbon Mini Pretzel Beer Brats to a national audience after entering into a licensing agreement with Pabst Brewing Co. earlier this year. The Pabst Blue Ribbon Mini Pretzel Beer Brats are made with miniature hardwood smoked traditional bratwurst that are cooked […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Southeast, The Kroger Co.

Farm Rich Adds Zucchini, Cauliflower Snacks To Garden Inspirations Line

St. Simons Island, Georgia-based Farm Rich, a snacks and appetizers brands, is expanding its Garden Inspirations by Farm Rich line with two products: Breaded Zucchini Sticks and Cauliflower Bites. The new products are available now in the freezer section at Kroger and online. According to the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), seven in 10 frozen food shoppers have been buying […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Cinnabon Launches Frozen Breakfast Creations Line

Atlanta, Georgia-based Cinnabon has launched a nationwide rollout of its first-ever frozen breakfast creations line. Now available in the breakfast freezer section at leading national retailers, Cinnabon’s new twist on breakfast offers six new frozen breakfast creations featuring three sweet and three savory options: Caramel Pecan Ooey-Gooey Rolls: Cinnamon sweet roll covered in caramel and pecans; […]

Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, International Foods, Northeast

Ortega Introduces First Line Of Cauliflower And Corn Taco Shells

Ortega, a brand of Mexican food products including taco shells, taco kits, Mexican seasonings and the No. 1-selling brand of taco sauce in the United States, has released its first line of taco shells and tortillas made with cauliflower, offering an alternative to traditional corn taco shells and flour tortillas.  The Cauliflower & Corn Taco Shells and the […]

Posted inNonfood Items, Executive News, Grocery Industry, Home Page Slider, The Kroger Co., West

URM Stores Names Ohlhauser New VP Of Operations

URM Stores from Spokane, Washington, has named Roger Ohlhauser as the VP of operations, replacing Kirk Rollings who is retiring. In this role, Ohlhauser will be responsible for the warehouse, facilities and transportation departments. Ohlhauser brings more than 30 years of experience and accomplishments as a manager and leader in the wholesale distribution business. His […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West

Peet’s Coffee Celebrates Autumn With New Take On Seasonal Favorites

Emeryville, California-based Peet’s Coffee has released its fall 2020 beverage lineup – now offered in iced and with a plant-based dairy option. The handcrafted seasonal offerings include the debut of the iced Maple Spice Cold Brew Oat Latte alongside returning favorites like the Pumpkin Latte and Maple Latte – served iced or hot.  For those seeking a dairy alternative, the […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Industry Veterans Join Thomas Foods International USA Team

Thomas Foods International, USA, a global meat processing company, recently added three industry veterans to its team. Greg Martin, Lori Dunn and Darrell Kahler have joined the organization, deepening customer relationships and services. As new team members, they help the company expand its portfolio that includes grass fed, halal and other products to retail and […]