Watsonville, California-based Driscoll’s has appointed Gaëlle Le Meur as its new chief people officer. Reporting to CEO Soren Bjorn, Le Meur will be in charge of the company’s global people function, encompassing talent strategy, organizational effectiveness, leadership development and inclusion efforts. With more than 20 years of experience, Le Meur brings expertise in organizational design, […]
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Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, News, West
Talking Rain Beverage Co. Names Holcomb VP Of Brand
Preston, Washington-based Talking Rain Beverage Co. has selected Lisa Holcomb as its new VP of brand, where she will help promote the company’s products, including Popwell, its first cold-crafted prebiotic soda to support gut health and immunity. “Her experienced leadership and devotion to innovation will enable us to amplify our current brand strategy, while delighting […]
Posted inProduce News, News, Southeast
Fresh Del Monte’s Rubyglow Pineapple Wins Top Award
Fresh Del Monte Produce’s Rubyglow pineapple was named Best Food Innovation in the premium fruit category by the World Food Innovation Awards 2025. Selected by a panel of industry experts, the awards celebrate breakthrough achievements in food and beverage, recognizing products that exemplify innovation, sustainability and consumer appeal. A registered U.S. plant patent, the Rubyglow […]
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Anheuser-Busch Produces 100 Millionth Can of Emergency Drinking Water
Anheuser-Busch, a Fort Collins, Colorado-based manufacturer and maker of Michelob Ultra, Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light and Stella Artois, has produced its 100 millionth can of emergency drinking water for communities impacted by disaster since 1988. For decades, Anheuser-Busch has periodically paused production of its American beers to produce emergency drinking water, a critical resource […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, News, Southwest
IFPA’s The Retail Conference: Shaping Tomorrow’s Business, Today
Hundreds of representatives from throughout the full retail supply chain convened April 30-May 1 for networking and consumer insights at IFPA’s The Retail Conference in Dallas. In its fourth year, the produce conference attracted key industry retailers, suppliers and solutions providers. The event’s limited registration continues to create networking opportunities that foster partnerships. This was […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, West
Albertsons Cos. Debuts Chef-Inspired Own Brand, Chef’s Counter
Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched Chef’s Counter, a new Own Brand featuring chef-inspired flavors and tastes. Chef’s Counter is debuting with a selection of ready-to-cook marinated meats available exclusively at Albertsons Cos. stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw’s. The launch coincides with Memorial Day weekend and the start of the summer grilling […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest, News
Sweets & Snacks Day 3 Photo Gallery
The Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted by the National Confectioners Association, has taken over downtown Indianapolis for three-and-a-half days filled with new, innovative products and informative educational sessions. The show, which runs May 12-15 at the Indiana Convention Center, features more than 1,000 exhibitors – 300 of them first-timers – with 14,000 attendees across more than […]
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State Of Snacking Report Unwraps Industry Insights
Sally Lyons Wyatt, EVP and global advisor of CPG and foodservice for Circana, took the stage May 13 to present the 2025 State of Snacking report at the Sweet & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis. Among the takeaways from the early morning show: Nearly half of U.S. consumers continue to snack more than three times per […]
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NCA Study: Price, Brand, Nutrition ‘Top Of Mind’ For Consumers
The Sweets & Snacks Expo held an early morning eye-opener session – the State of Treating – on May 14, led by 210 Analytics President Anne-Marie Roerink, who gave an in-depth look at the everyday and seasonal confectionery landscape. Drawing on category and channel performance from Circana and input from more than 1,500 consumers on […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Produce News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Produce For Kids Campaign Kicks Off With Supplier Support
Fifteen produce companies are collaborating with Publix Super Markets for the Healthy Family Project’s 23rd biannual Publix Produce for Kids campaign, aiming to provide 800,000 meals to 35 Feeding America partner food banks within the grocer’s operating area by June 25. The companies include Coast Tropical, Ayco Farms, Driscoll’s, The Wonderful Company, Shuman Farms, Mucci […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest
Sweets & Snacks Expo Day 2 Photo Gallery
The Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted by the National Confectioners Association, has taken over downtown Indianapolis for three-and-a-half days filled with new, innovative products and informative educational sessions. The show, which runs May 12-15 at the Indiana Convention Center, features more than 1,000 exhibitors – 300 of them first-timers – with 14,000 attendees across more than […]
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Mars Elevating The Category With Innovative Products
Mars Wrigley highlighted several of its new, innovative products May 12-15 at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis. The products include: Twix Snickerdoodle “The promise of Twix with a twist,” as Mike Gilroy, VP of trade development and sponsorship for Mars, described it. This candy bar will hit the market in July, but attendees […]
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Popular Trends, New Flavors Highlighted At Sweets & Snacks Expo
One of the perks for attendees at the Sweets & Snacks Expo is the chance to discover trends and flavors before they hit retailers’ shelves. This year was no exception, with more than 1,000 exhibitors showcasing their innovations to 14,000 show-goers. Nostalgia and decadent One of the recurring trends at the 2025 expo is nostalgia. […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, News, Northeast
Nassau Candy Expands Exclusive Gift Offerings
Nassau Candy, a manufacturer of specialty and private label confections, is expanding its gift options with the additions of Candy Charcuterie Trays and Candy Filled Paint Cans at the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo. “A major part of any celebration is candy and snacks,” said Dana Rodio, director of marketing and brand strategy at Nassau […]
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Sweets & Snacks Expo Takes Over Downtown Indianapolis
The Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted by the National Confectioners Association, has taken over downtown Indianapolis for three-and-a-half days filled with new, innovative products and informative educational sessions. The annual show, which runs May 12-15 at the Indiana Convention Center, features more than 1,000 exhibitors – 300 of them first-timers – with 14,000 attendees across […]
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Sweets & Snacks Expo Day 1 Photo Gallery
The Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted by the National Confectioners Association, has taken over downtown Indianapolis for three-and-a-half days filled with new, innovative products and informative educational sessions. The show, which runs May 12-15 at the Indiana Convention Center, features more than 1,000 exhibitors – 300 of them first-timers – with 14,000 attendees across more […]
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NCA Celebrates Innovative Products During Awards Ceremony
The National Confectioners Association announced the winners and finalists of the Most Innovative New Product Awards – recognizing items in 12 categories, as well as Best in Show and Small Business Innovator – during a ceremony May 12 at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis. “The Most Innovative New Product Awards are a celebration of […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, News, Northeast, Online Grocery Technology
Market 32/Price Chopper Expands Access To Health Benefits At Checkout
Market 32/Price Chopper is partnering with NationsBenefits, a healthcare financial technology (fintech) company, to make it easier for eligible customers to use their health plan benefits to buy groceries and over-the-counter health and wellness items at all 129 stores across its six-state footprint. The result is a simplified shopping experience that aligns with the company’s […]
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Tree Top Unveils Brand Refresh, Including New Packaging
Tree Top, a farmer-grown, farmer-owned cooperative and producer of high-quality fruit-based products, has completed a brand refresh that includes updates to its logo and packaging. Known for its apple sauces and juices, the brand’s new look aims to appeal to consumers and stand out on retail shelves. As part of the initiative, Tree Top updated […]
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CPG Leader Faa To Helm Pladis Americas
White Plains, New York-based pladis, the company behind brands such as Godiva, Flipz and Turtles, has welcomed Jeremy Faa as managing director for its U.S. operations. Faa brings a wealth of experience to pladis Americas, including more than three decades in the food and beverage sector. A significant portion of his career was spent at […]