Beginning this month, Florida-grown produce is available year-round in Publix’s frozen aisle through its partnership with Seal the Seasons. The company’s Florida Antioxidant Blend – featuring strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and Michigan dark sweet cherries – can be found in 32-ounce bags at the majority of Publix’s 1,352 locations. For decades, Florida has ranked in the top […]
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Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Northeast
PepsiCo Introduces Recyclable Paper-Based Beverage Packaging
As part of its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) sustainable packaging initiative, New York-based PepsiCo Beverages North America is rolling out paper-based solutions to replace plastic rings across multipacks. The company announced the new paperboard designs will appear in a phased, regional approach across the U.S. later this year. It is the first beverage company to commit […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Southern Recipe Pork Rinds Celebrates Truck Driver Appreciation Week
In Dallas, Texas-based Southern Recipe’s Annual Truck Driver Appreciation Week campaign, the brand will support St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund with a $7,500 donation, plus an additional $5,000 donation from Rudolph Foods going to the wellness programs. Throughout Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which is Sept. 10–16, drivers will be encouraged to sign up for free health screenings and services […]
Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Association News, Harris Teeter, National
IFPA Announces Board Of Directors Slate For 2024
The International Fresh Produce Association has announced the slate of new officers and directors for the 2024 IFPA Board of Directors. The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership. This group will begin its board service at the 2023 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show on Oct. 19-21 in Anaheim, California. […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Caruso USA Donates 75K Pounds Of Produce For Labor Day
Caruso USA is commemorating the Labor Day holiday by donating 75,600 pounds of fresh corn and potatoes to area food banks. The Sharonville, Ohio-based fresh food provider is giving away 33,000 pounds of sweet potatoes and gold potatoes to Freestore Foodbank in Cincinnati, and 26,600 pounds of sweet corn and 16,000 sweet potatoes to Last […]
Posted inProduce News, Harris Teeter, Southeast
Titan Farms Launches New Website
Ridge Spring, South Carolina-based Titan Farms, a grower, packer and shipper of fresh peaches and vegetables, has launched its new website, designed to be an immersive hub for peaches. “We are delighted to unveil the new Titan Farms website, a digital platform that truly embodies our commitment to delivering not just the finest peaches, but also […]
Posted inProduce News, Ask The Experts, National
Emerging Trends In Retail Ripening
Sponsored content We’re talking with Dennis Kihlstadius and Gary Campisi, aka The Produce Guys, two of the most experienced and well-known experts in fruit conditioning for the retail produce industry. Dennis has more than 35 years of experience as a ripening consultant. Current and former clients include the Pear Bureau Northwest, the National Mango Board, […]
Posted inDeli News, Northeast
MamaMancini’s Transitions Company Name To Mama’s Creations
East Rutherford, New Jersey-based MamaMancini’s Holdings Inc. has changed its corporate name to Mama’s Creations Inc., reflecting its evolution into a national deli prepared foods platform company. “The adoption of our new corporate name Mama’s Creations – as well as the introduction of a new corporate website – are important steps in our journey to […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, Private Label Brands
Wakefern Shares Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit Winners
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has recognized the winners of its Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit. The summit, held June 28, was an opportunity for diverse private label manufacturers to present new and trending products for potential inclusion in Wakefern’s award-winning Bowl & Basket and Wholesome Pantry store brands portfolio. Suppliers selected to join the […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Marketing News, Merchandising News, Southeast
Butterball Releases 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report
Garner, North Carolina-based Butterball has released its 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report, revealing consumer plans and sentiment. According to the findings, people are optimistic and planning to celebrate – with turkey as the centerpiece – again this year, but inflation is top of mind for many. Notably, 79 percent of consumers who plan to celebrate Thanksgiving expect inflation to impact […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Report: Strong Meat Sales During July Fourth Holiday Week
According to the annual report by Circana, 210 Analytics and Hillphoenix, the average price per pound in the meat department across all cuts and kinds stood at $4.60 in July, which was unchanged from the levels seen in July 2022. Pricing was slightly higher for fresh meat but processed meat prices came down 1.9 percent […]
Posted inBeverage News, National, Southwest
BuzzBallz To Sponsor USA Today Wine & Food Experience Tour
Carrollton, Texas-based BuzzBallz is hitting the road, stopping in 11 cities for 11 installations of the USA Today Wine & Food Experience tour. Through Nov. 4, BuzzBallz will be sponsoring every event on USA Today’s tour. The USA Today Wine & Food Experience tour will feature a variety of local cuisine from new and established chefs, […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Verde Farms Partners, Expands Distribution With Harris Teeter
Boston-based Verde Farms has partnered with Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter, making its sustainably-raised beef available in more than 250 locations in the Southeast. “We are thrilled to join forces with Harris Teeter to make our organic, 100 percent grass-fed beef accessible to even more health conscious people and families,” said Dana Ehrlich, CEO and co-founder […]
Posted inProduce News, West
California Avocado Season Winds Down
Irvine, California-based California Avocado Commission has begun to conclude its 2023 season. Mother Nature tested the resilience of California avocado growers this year, with the latest test being heavy rainfall and winds from Tropical Storm Hilary and a moderate earthquake in the Ojai area on the same day. Luckily for many farmers, these events will […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Beverage News, Northeast
Cingari Family ShopRite, Half Full Brewery Launch Summer Beer
Cingari Family ShopRite, the family-owned and operated Connecticut-based supermarket chain, has continued its partnership with its Stamford, Connnecticut, neighbor, Half Full Brewery, to produce a new beer for customers to enjoy this summer. Named Grade Above Pilsner, the latest entry to the Grade Above beer line is available at the Cingari’s 12 ShopRite locations in Connecticut’s Fairfield and […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Seafood Trends Downward In June By 3.2%
Seafood prices reflected below-average inflation across the board, according to Circana, 210 Analytics and Elanco. Fresh seafood prices were lower in June than last year by 3.2 percent. This was driven by deflation in shellfish and finfish. Frozen seafood prices were also lower in June 2023 compared with June 2022, whereas shelf-stable only had a mild […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Employee Wins National Retail Produce Manager Award
Greg Kimmel, a 38-year veteran of West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee and the produce manager at the Utica Ridge Hy-Vee in Davenport, Iowa, has won the Retail Produce Manager Award from the International Fresh Produce Association. Kimmel is one of 15 produce experts being nationally recognized by IFPA for the creative merchandising techniques he brings to […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National
Scholarships Send Family-Owned Produce Firms To D.C.
The International Fresh Produce Association has announced the recipients of the Frieda Rapoport Caplan Family Business Scholarship Program. The scholarship provides airfare, hotel and registration for representatives from family-owned businesses to attend the IFPA Washington Conference for the first time. This year’s winners are: Billy Itule, senior management, Willy Itule Produce Inc. in Phoenix; Amanda […]
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, West
Shammo Picked As Next President Of Peirone Produce
Spokane, Washington-based Peirone Produce, a distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables to independent grocers in the Inland Northwest, has named Brent Shammo as its new president. He succeeds Michael Kamphaus, who is retiring after leading the company for nine years. To ensure a smooth transition, Kamphaus’ last day with the company will be Dec. 1. […]
Posted inProduce News, West
California Treasurer Ma Visits GrubMarket Facilities
California Treasurer Fiona Ma and her team visited two GrubMarket wholesale/distributor facilities, JC Produce and SGS Produce, on Aug. 18 in Los Angeles. “We are thrilled to host California State Treasurer Fiona Ma at GrubMarket’s JC Produce and SGS Produce facilities in the Los Angeles area,” said Mike Xu, CEO of GrubMarket. “As an Asian American […]