Fresh Express Inc. has acquired McEntire Produce Inc., a fresh-cut processor, repacker and wholesaler based in Columbia, South Carolina. Fresh Express is a brand in value-added salads and fresh produce based in Salinas, California, This strategic acquisition, confirmed by Fresh Express President John P. Olivo and McEntire Produce President and CEO Carter McEntire, combines McEntire […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inBakery News, West
Dave’s Killer Bread Launches Organic Snack Bites
Dave’s Killer Bread, an organic bread brand based in Milwaukie, Oregon, is growing its on-the-go snack product line with the national launch of organic snack bites. Each flavor combines whole grain nutrition with simple ingredients that consumers know, featuring a new crunchy texture to meet current snacking desires. Crafted with organic nuts, seeds and grains […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Association News, Dairy News, National
Survey: Consumers Turn To Frozen, Dairy Aisles To Keep Resolutions
As millions of Americans tackle their New Year’s resolutions, new research reveals the frozen and dairy aisles are becoming important destinations for achieving health, budget and convenience goals. According to a survey commissioned by the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA), 66 percent of Americans say pre-portioned ingredients help them achieve their health goals, […]
Posted inBeverage News, Association News, National, Snacks Brands
FTC Sues PepsiCo For Illegal Price Discrimination
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued PepsiCo Inc., contending the company has engaged in illegal price discrimination by providing one customer – a large, big-box retailer – with unfair advantages, while raising prices for competing retailers and customers. The FTC’s complaint maintains that Pepsi is providing this customer with promotional payments and allowances without […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, West
The Wonderful Co. Commits $10 Million To California Wildfire Relief
The Wonderful Co. is committing $10 million to fire relief efforts in the Los Angeles area. Immediate donations will focus on providing real-time support to first responders, both firefighters and police, with donations expanding over time to broader relief efforts. The company also announced it would double all L.A. fire-related donations made by its 10,000 […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, National, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Health Expands Prescription Drug Safety Education Program
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., has expanded the “Prescription Drug Safety: Know the truth” program, its prescription drug safety program for high school students. This initiative is part of Kroger Health’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness about the safe use, storage and disposal of prescription medications. It is made available at […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West
Island Pacific Supermarkets Holds Volunteer Campaign For Wildfire Relief
Island Pacific Supermarket recently completed a community-driven campaign, with volunteers joining efforts to assemble care packs and distribute food and beverages to wildfire-affected areas of Los Angeles. To continue its efforts, Island Pacific is extending its free meals for first responders program until Jan. 20. Relief goods were delivered to the L.A. Regional Food Bank in City of […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Health & Wellness, National
FDA Revokes Use Of FD&C Red No. 3 Dye In Food Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday revoked the authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food and beverage products, as well as in ingested drugs. The FDA is amending its regulations in response to a 2022 color additive petition, which sought agency review on whether the Delaney Clause applied […]