Campbell Soup Co. has entered into commercial arrangements with Grupo Jumex and Conservas La Costeña that will expand the Camden, N.J.-based company’s access to manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Mexico for its beverages, soups, broths and sauces. Grupo Jumex, the largest producer of fruit juices and nectars in Mexico, will manufacture and distribute Campbell’s “V8” […]
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Wiseman Elected To Dean Foods’ Board Of Directors
Dean Foods Co. has elected Robert Tennant Wiseman as a new member of its board of directors. “We are thrilled that Robert has agreed to join the Dean Foods board,” said Gregg Tanner, CEO. “The breadth and depth of his business experience in the dairy industry will strengthen the board’s ability to guide Dean Foods […]
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Marley Coffee Being Distributed At Kowalski’s Markets, Bristol Farms
Marley Coffee, an artisan-roasted gourmet coffee, says that its products are now being distributed at all Kowalski’s Markets and Bristol Farms. St. Paul, Minn.-based Kowalski’s Markets is a family-owned business with nine stores that feature premium foods, gifts and a variety of in-store amenities. Selection of Marley Coffee’s 8-oz. bags of coffee may vary at […]
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Haribo Rolling Out Smurfs Gummi Candy To U.S. Market
In preparation for “Smurfs 2,” premiering in theaters this summer, the world’s largest maker of gummi, licorice and marshmallow candy is debuting its first licensed product in the U.S., adding Haribo Smurfs to its line of gummi candies sold in America. Haribo Smurfs are strawberry and raspberry-flavored gummi candies in the shape of familiar Smurf […]
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Color Trends Tint St. Patrick’s Day Every Shade Of Green
The baking experts in the McCormick Kitchens are bringing two of the year’s hottest color trends to the kitchen with flavorful treats in vibrant emerald, the color of the year, and an ombre cake-inspired by fashion’s color fade craze. “Flavorful green treats have never been more in style,” said Mary Beth Harrington of McCormick Kitchens. […]
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New Faces For Iconic ‘Got Milk? Billboard Revealed
Just in time to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Day, the California Milk Processor Board (CMPB), the creator of “Got Milk?”, and the Girl Scouts in California revealed Friday the names and faces of the three grand prize winners of the Got Milk?-Girl Scouts Photo Contest during unveiling ceremonies held simultaneously in Los Angeles, Oakland […]
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Yellow Tail Introducing Three New Wines
Australia’s [yellow tail] is introducing three new wines in the U.S. this month: Sweet White Roo, Big Bold Red and Pink Moscato. Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is the exclusive marketer. Following up the launch of Sweet Red Roo in 2012, Yellow Tail Sweet White Roo is a white wine with tropical notes from a blend […]
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In The Raw Sweeteners Sales Hit New Record In 2012
In The Raw all-natural sweeteners had a record year in 2012, passing the $50 million mark in retail sales for the first time, reports Cumberland Packing Corp. It saw a 20 percent increase in overall sales vs. 2011, according to a news release. The brand’s products include Sugar In The Raw, Stevia In The Raw, […]