Campbell Soup said Dec. 12 that it has completed the purchase of Pacific Foods of Oregon for $700 million in cash. Pacific Foods produces organic broth and soup as well as shelf-stable, plant-based beverages, meals and sides. Commenting on the purchase, Denise Morrison, Campbell’s president and CEO, said,“Pacific Foods is an excellent strategic fit with Campbell’s […]
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Grocery News, National
‘Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.’ Holiday Campaign Targets Young Consumers
Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner. is giving consumers the “tips and recipes they need to make beef the star of those big family meals,” all while rolling out the next phase of the brand’s relaunch. “Beef is the one thing that won’t be debated this holiday season,” said Alisa Harrison, SVP, global marketing and research at the […]
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Midan Marketing’s Top Meat Industry Headlines Of 2017
by Danette Amstein/Principal, Midan Marketing Oh 2017—what a news-filled, exciting year you have been! Here at Midan we work hard to stay on top of news and trends in the meat industry. As this year wraps up, I wanted to reflect with you on some of 2017’s prominent trends that we believe will impact 2018. The […]
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Hy-Vee Partners With First Responders To Give Away 3,700 Holiday Hams
Hy-Vee Inc. is partnering with first responders in seven cities across the Midwest for a community initiative called Hy-Vee Hams for the Holidays. Over the next week, Hy-Vee will hand out more than 3,700 Hormel Cure 81 hams to families in need throughout the company’s eight-state region. “We are fortunate to have great partners to […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Grocery Industry, Grocery News, Southwest
Crazy Water Nationally Recognized For ‘Crazy Good’ Packaging
Mineral Wells, Texas-based Crazy Water was honored with a 2017 Clear Choice Award from the Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) at this year’s Packaging That Sells Conference, held in Chicago. The award recognizes the country’s top brands and manufacturers for “first-rate designs that shape powerful brand experiences.” Crazy Water was selected for its new Crazy Fizz and Crazy Water […]
Posted inGrocery News, Bakery News, Northeast
Goodman Gluten Free Expands Distribution To Shaw’s And Star Market
Goodman Gluten Free, a line of gluten-free baked goods, now is available in 113 select Shaw’s and Star Market supermarkets in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. The line is stocked in the frozen grocery section and comprises 12 items, including breads, muffins, cookies, cupcakes and a new vanilla snack cake. With its […]
Posted inNortheast, Dairy News, Deli News, Grocery News, Specialty
Igor Gorgonzola, Norseland Strike Specialty Cheese Alliance
Igor Gorgonzola, a producer of Italian gorgonzola cheese, and Norseland Inc., an importer of Jarlsberg cheese, have struck a partnership that will become effective in January. “We are proud to represent the leader in Italian gorgonzola cheese production. Igor has superior quality control standards that ensure we are selling the best and safest gorgonzola product […]
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FDA Launches Smoking Cessation Campaign For C-Stores
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a new smoking cessation campaign aimed at encouraging smokers to quit with messages that highlight the health benefits of not smoking. The FDA says these messages will be displayed in and around gas stations and convenience stores. “Tobacco companies have long used advertisements at convenience stores and gas […]