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Kroger’s Third Natural Foods Summit Draws 50-Plus Emerging Brands

The Kroger Co. hosted its third Natural Foods Innovation Summit in partnership with 84.51°, in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 12. More than 50 brands participated in the expo, bringing the total to 150 different small businesses Kroger has engaged with during its three Summit events. “Kroger’s natural and organic category achieved $16.7 billion in sales last […]

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Study Finds Beef In A Mediterranean-Style Diet Supports Heart Health

Research released this month from Purdue University found that following a Mediterranean-style eating pattern that includes lean red meats like lean beef is just as effective in supporting a healthy heart as a Mediterranean-style diet that limits red meats. This new study adds to the growing body of scientific evidence demonstrating lean beef can be […]

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Campbell Names Palmieri VP And CMO Of U.S. Meals And Beverages

Campbell Soup Co. has appointed Diego Palmieri to the role of VP and chief marketing officer, U.S. meals and beverages, effective July 18. Palmieri will report to Roberto Leopardi, president, meals and beverages. As CMO, Palmieri will be responsible for all aspects of marketing and consumer connection in the U.S. across the division’s portfolio of brands, which […]

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Fiji Water Ends Distribution Partnership With Keurig Dr Pepper

Fiji Water, a supplier of imported bottled water, is making a change to its distribution network that will result in the brand directly handling more of its own product delivery. Fiji is discontinuing its distribution partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in favor of a new distribution model that “will ensure a focused, superior experience for […]

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Plant-Based Product Claims See 62% Increase Over Five-Year Period

Growing consumer interest in health, sustainability and ethics is driving plant-derived ingredients and products to high popularity. Innova Market Insights reports that plant-based product claims increased by 62% globally from 2013-2017, with growth occurring on platforms such as plant proteins, active botanicals, sweeteners, herbs and seasonings, and coloring foodstuffs. “The dairy alternatives market has been a particular […]

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Black Forest Gummy Bears Are Getting A New Look

Confectionary brand Black Forest is giving its gummy bears a makeover. Reaching stores July 15, the new gummy bears will be “richer and brighter in color,” the company says. They also will feature a signature Black Forest tree on their bellies. “This vibrant, yet subtle design is a physical emblem that further differentiates a product […]