Boar’s Head reopened its Jarratt, Virginia, facility Feb. 2 following a series of facility enhancements and implementation of enhanced product manufacturing protocols. The reopening brings increased employment opportunities back to the Jarratt community, where the Sarasota, Florida-based delicatessen foods provider has operated for more than 35 years. “Since I joined Boar’s Head in May 2025, […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Center Store, Midwest, News
Pearson To Join Post Consumer Brands As President, CEO
Greg Pearson will join Post Consumer Brands as president and CEO on April 1, succeeding Nicolas Catoggio, who assumed the role of Post Holdings’ EVP and COO in January. Pearson joins the Lakeville, Minnesota-based cereal company from Compana Pet Brands, a global pet care and nutrition company based in St. Louis, where he has served […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Frozen Food, Hy-Vee, Midwest, News
Hy-Vee Introduces Dietitian Dishes Frozen Meal Line
Hy-Vee has launched Dietitian Dishes, a line of frozen medically tailored meals developed by the West Des Moines, Iowa-based retailer’s registered dietitians to support heart- and diabetes-friendly diets. The frozen meals, available in Hy-Vee’s HealthMarket department and online, come in more than 15 varieties of nutrient-dense, single-serve options. Flavors include Egg Roll in a Bowl, […]
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J.M. Smucker Appoints Williams As CMO
The J.M. Smucker Co. has elected Katie Williams as CMO, effective March 9, bringing more than 20 years of brand-building experience to the Orrville, Ohio-based food company. Williams most recently served as U.S. chief marketing officer for Haleon, a multinational consumer health company, where she led commercial and brand strategy for a portfolio that includes […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, News, Nonfood Items, West
Albertsons Cos. Launches Celebrations Digital Hub For Party Planning
Albertsons Companies launched Celebrations, a digital destination designed to simplify planning special moments by consolidating custom cakes, floral arrangements, catering trays, themed décor and recipes in one location. Available across Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. websites and apps – including Albertsons, Safeway, ACME, Shaw’s, Jewel-Osco, Randalls, Vons and Tom Thumb – Celebrations brings together products and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, International Foods, News, West
Tokyo Central Opens 15th U.S. Store In Emeryville, California
Tokyo Central, operated by Marukai Corporation, has opened its 15th U.S. location in Emeryville, California. The new store spans 40,635 square feet and includes a 1,625-square-foot sushi bar called Handroll Factory. It is Tokyo Central’s second Northern California location, adding to its network of 12 stores in California and two in Hawaii. Situated between Oakland […]
Posted inBeverage News, News, Southeast
Milo’s Expands Beverage Portfolio With 3 New Products
Milo’s Tea Company has launched three new refrigerated beverages, including Zero Sugar Lemonade, Limited Edition Blackberry Sweet Tea and Fruit Punch, marking the Bessemer, Ala.-based brand’s entry into another beverage category. “Our fans choose Milo’s because they can taste the real ingredient difference, and that brand preference has driven us to become the No. 1 […]
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FMI Applauds Congressional Passage Of Landmark PBM Reforms
FMI – The Food Industry Association applauded final passage of HR 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, by a 217-214 vote Feb. 3, securing the most consequential pharmacy benefit manager reforms to date and representing a major step forward for patients, pharmacies, employers and the communities they serve. “These bipartisan reforms represent a major step […]