Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. has introduced 13 new Own Brands frozen desserts in the ice cream aisle. “We’re passionate about innovating based on shoppers’ needs, desires and the latest consumer trends. With these new items, we delivered something to surprise and delight every customer,” said Chad Coester, SVP of Own Brands. “Our new ice creams […]
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Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, West
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Now Available In Variety Packs
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells recently launched new variety packs featuring the Roasted & Salted, Chili Roasted and Honey Roasted flavors. Featuring individual .75-oz. bags, the single-serve sizes provide a convenient way to enjoy plant protein in a no-mess snack and are good for controlling portions while at home. This latest addition to the snacking lineup is […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Latest News, Midwest, Shelby Exclusives, Whole Foods
Minnesota’s Cargill Makes Swift Move Into Plant-Based Protein
Midwest retailers expanding space to keep pace with shopper requests by John McCurry, contributing writer Consumption of plant-based protein products continues to surge across the U.S. This not only includes beef or chicken substitutes, but an array of products. The Plant Based Food Association and the Good Food Institute released a study earlier this year […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
HumanCo Acquires Majority Interest In Coconut Bliss
Austin, Texas-based HumanCo, a mission-driven holding company focused on healthier living and sustainability, says it has acquired a majority stake in organic, plant-based ice cream company Coconut Bliss. The companies will work together with the goal of growing the Oregon-based ice cream producer into a globally recognized brand. As one of the first pioneers in the […]
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My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream Balls Come To 7-Eleven Stores
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven Inc. has a new reason to celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19. The convenience retailer has introduced a My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream balls. A new two-pack, designed especially for the grab-and-go market, contains two individual My/Mo Mochi premium ice cream balls in Ripe Strawberry and Sweet Mango, wrapped in sweet mochi dough. Suggested […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Living Greens Farm Hires George Pastrana As New CEO
Living Greens Farm has named George Pastrana as its new president, CEO and board member. Based in Fairbault, Minnesota, LGF is one of the largest vertical, indoor aeroponic farms in the United States, which provides year-round fresh salad greens, exclusive bagged salad kits, microgreens and herbs. Pastrana is a commercial leader with a successful record […]
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Side Delights Shares Immune-Boosting Benefits Of Potatoes
Side Delights is reminding shoppers that maintaining a strong immune system and living a healthy lifestyle has been trending since before the shelter-in-place began. A March 10 Seattle Times article, Can you Boost your Immunity with Food?, suggests consumers choose immune-supporting nutrients such as Vitamin C and a plant-based diet. Potatoes are high in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 […]
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Meat Alternatives, Beyond Meat And Impossible Foods Leading Nationally
by Cynthia Weifenbach, contributing writer Two of the biggest players in the burgeoning plant-based foods industry – Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods – call the West Coast home. Since January, Impossible Foods’ retail footprint has increased more than 30-fold, including 219 H-E-B and Central Market grocery stores across Texas and 1,700 stores owned by […]