Hugo’s Family Marketplace, an independent grocer based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, has partnered with Empower Fresh to launch smarter, fresher produce ordering in five of its 15 stores, marking the start of a rollout designed to reduce waste and promote quality. The partnership brings together Hugo’s commitment to local and Empower Fresh’s AI-powered produce […]
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Kraft Heinz Commits To Remove FD&C Colors By 2027
The Kraft Heinz Co. announced it will not launch any new products in the U.S. with Food, Drug & Cosmetic colors, effective immediately, and will remove the remaining FD&C colors from its U.S. product portfolio before the end of 2027. To date, nearly 90 percent of Kraft Heinz’s U.S. products are free of FD&C colors (by […]
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Celebrating Sweetest Star Of Summer Season – Watermelon
As the summer sun reaches its peak, few things say “summer” more than watermelon. Sweet, refreshing and packed with hydration, watermelon is truly the superstar of June produce. Whether whole or pre-cut, it’s a must-have for summer gatherings and a natural way to boost the produce department’s basket size. Why watermelon? Watermelon is not only […]
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High Liner Foods Acquires Mrs. Paul’s, Van de Kamp Brands From Conagra
High Liner Foods Inc., a North American frozen seafood company, entered into a purchase agreement June 6 to acquire the Mrs. Paul’s and Van de Kamp’s brands of frozen breaded and battered fish products from Conagra Brands for $55 million, inclusive of about $36 million in inventory. The purchase price is subject to a customary inventory […]
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2 Leaders To Be Inducted Into 2025 NFRA Refrigerated Food Hall Of Fame
Two industry leaders will be inducted into the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association’s (NFRA) Refrigerated Food Hall of Fame during the 2025 NFRA Convention on Oct. 20 at the World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. The hall of fame was established in 2010 to recognize those whose passion and leadership have advanced the refrigerated […]
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John Soules Foods Rebrands To Soules Foods
John Soules Foods, a family-owned, Texas-based national food company, has a new name – Soules Foods – that reflects its heritage and future. Founded in 1975 in Tyler, Texas, the company has grown from a hamburger patty producer into a national leader in fully cooked and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products for restaurants and grocery stores. The […]
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IFPA CEO Rallies Industry To ‘Fight for Fresh’
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) gathered fresh produce and floral industry leaders June 9-11 for The Washington Conference. Addressing attendees before they met with more than 185 congressional offices, IFPA CEO Cathy Burns called on the industry to join in the “Fight for Fresh.” “The need to expand our influence, innovate and future proof our industry […]
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Sam’s Club Advances ‘Made Without’ Program
Sam’s Club is making progress with its “Made Without” program as some 96 percent of its Member’s Mark products meet the initiative’s goals. This program focuses on removing more than 40 ingredients, including artificial colors, aspartame and high-fructose corn syrup, based on feedback from members, nutritional guidance and industry trends. The company anticipates reaching full […]