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Boyer’s Markets Becomes First Grocer To Use CCT’s Eeasy Lids

Consumer Convenience Technologies (CCT) announced the first availability of its Eeasy Lid, the first jar lid innovation in more than 75 years, to shoppers ­at Boyer’s Food Markets. Pennsylvania-based Boyer’s is incorporating the Eeasy Lid on its Darci’s brand pasta sauce at all 18 of its stores. Boyer’s is the first grocery chain in the […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Pharmacy Fills 100-Millionth Free Prescription

Publix Pharmacy recently filled its 100-millionth free prescription as part of its free medication program. “We are proud to provide a service that helps our customers afford their medications,” said Publix VP of Pharmacy Dain Rusk. “As the cost of health care continues to rise, this program has become even more important to our customers […]

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Floyd’s Spiked Debuts Spiked And Chillin CBD Cherries

Floyd’s Spiked Beverages recently debuted its Spiked and Chillin CBD cherries at the NBWA Show in Las Vegas. Floyd’s Spiked Cherries are infused with alcohol from cold brew fermented sugar, while Floyd’s Chillin Cherries offer 125mg of plant-based (CBD) cannabinoids with 0.0 percent THC. These Colossal Maraschino Cherries are grown and handpicked in the USA. […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Perishables

Crunch Time Premium Apples Achieved Robust Sales Growth In 2019

The most recent Nielsen data shows Crunch Time Apple Growers’ two brands of premium apples continued to build momentum and sales growth in 2019, and they don’t appear to be slowing down as they head into 2020. In fact, for the three regions included in Nielsen’s latest review—Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic and New England—SnapDragon, one of […]

Posted inDairy News, National, Packaging News, Perishables, Snacks Brands, Suppliers

FrieslandCampina Rolls Out Frico Gouda Cheese Snacks

The Dutch Royal FrieslandCampina, a global dairy company, has rolled out Frico Gouda Cheese Snacks. The company says these new products meet the growing consumer demand for better-for-you, on-the-go lunch, snacking and convenience. The Frico Grab & Go Gouda Snacks are available in 20g portions, packed eight to a bag. Frico cheese has been made in […]

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Non-Food For Thought: Supermarket ‘Selfcare’ Solutions

by Naomi Sleeper VP of Continuous Improvement and Strategic Initiatives, Imperial Distributors It is that time of year when we replace our holiday indulgences with better-for-you practices. Gyms are packed more than usual, and nutrition becomes a priority (according to Google Trends, the search term “nutrition” has peaked every January over the past five years). […]

Posted inNonfood Items, Southwest, Suppliers

GoodJanes Expands U.S. Distribution Of Kiss My Lash Mirror Bundle

GoodJanes’ Kiss My Lash Mirror Bundle has expanded retail distribution across the United States. The Kiss My Lash Mirror is now sold in 650 select Kroger Marketplace and Fred Meyer stores across the United States, select Drug Emporium stores, Walmart and select beauty supply stores, as well as salons and spas in Dallas and Colorado. The Kiss My Lash […]

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Reasor’s Kicks Off 2020 Inviting Shoppers To Think Well

Reasor’s is kicking off 2020 with its Think Well promotion, offering a new assortment of wellness products. Wellness means a lot of different things to different people. For some, it may mean eating nutritious foods that are low in sugar, for others it could mean indulging in relaxing self-care, and for some, it may be finding […]