Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. has announced its first Albertsons Cos. Innovation Launchpad competition in search of small and independent brands representing emerging food, beverage and pet products. With this competition, Albertsons Cos. is giving businesses the opportunity to apply and compete live March 8 at the Natural Products Expo West in California. A panel of judges will evaluate […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Henkel Partners With Shell On Renewable-Based Ingredients
Rocky Hill, Connecticut-based Henkel and Shell Chemical LP have agreed to a five-year collaboration to replace up to 200,000 tonnes of fossil feedstocks used in the manufacture of surfactants with feedstocks that are based on renewable raw materials. The renewable-based surfactants will be used in Henkel’s laundry product brands, including many varieties of Persil, Purex and all […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Dolly Parton Expands Lineup Of Duncan Hines’ Baking Mixes
Duncan Hines, a brand of Chicago-based Conagra Brands, is launching four additional baking mixes with Dolly Parton as part of the brand’s multiyear partnership. The new products include mixes for cornbread, biscuits and two types of brownies inspired by some of Dolly’s favorite family recipes. “I knew Duncan Hines and I were bringing something special to the baking aisle when […]
Posted inProduce News, West
GrubMarket Expands Leadership Team At Sierra Produce
San Francisco-based GrubMarket has named Jim Hohman, former East Coast sales manager, as the new general manager and interim West Coast sales manager for Sierra Produce. Based in Orange, California, Sierra Produce is a provider of fresh fruits sourced nationally and globally and has additional offices in Swedesboro, New Jersey, and Buin, Chile. It is known as one of the largest […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Pacific Trellis Fruit Donates $39K To Tunnel To Towers Foundation
Los Angeles, California-based Pacific Trellis Fruit presented a check for $39,000 to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Since 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star, fallen first responders and veterans’ families. It also builds custom smart homes for injured veterans and first responders. Pacific Trellis […]
Posted inCenter Store, National
Inspired Home Show To Discuss Inflation, Strategies For Success
Creating strategies for success in the current economic marketplace will be the focus of this year’s presentations March 4-7 at The Inspired Home Show at McCormick Place in Chicago. Sessions will explore topics such as inflation’s influence on the housewares consumer; directional dining and drinking trends; purchasing in a digital world; new packaging concepts; looking […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Duda Farm Fresh Foods Names Bassetti As President
Oviedo, Florida-based Duda Farm Fresh Foods has announced Mark Bassetti, former COO and SVP, as the subsidiary’s new president. “Mark brings 31 years of experience to the role and is incredibly qualified, with both industry knowledge and the leadership traits necessary to lead Duda Farm Fresh Foods successfully,” said Barton Weeks, COO. “Because of the unique demands of […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
eGrowcery, AdAdapted Help Retailers Grow Digital Footprint
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based eGrowcery and AdAdapted are partnering to help retailers grow their digital footprint and related sales. The move will also support efforts by CPG brands to personalize the shopping experience and drive engagement, purchase intent and increased spend on retailers’ digital advertising platforms. “This partnership is all about eGrowcery and AdAdapted driving more platform eyeballs and enabling […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Chex Mix Collaborates With Sir Mix-A-Lot On Bagel Chips
Minneapolis-based Chex Mix is bringing its bagel chip back to Traditional Chex Mix bags. To announce the launch, the company has partnered with Sir Mix-A-Lot to release a remix of his song, “Baby Got Back.” The duo teamed up to create a snack-inspired remix and corresponding music video, aptly titled “Bagel is Back.” “You can’t […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Freshpet Advances Operational Improvement Plan With New Hire
Secaucus, New Jersey-based Freshpet has named Jay Dahlgren as EVP of manufacturing, technology and supply chain. This appointment supports Freshpet’s operational improvement plan to drive margin expansion, support long-term growth and improve profitability. The plan was developed by its leadership team and board in August and contains a roadmap to add manufacturing and supply chain […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Midwest
Cargill Announces CFO Transition
Minneapolis-based Cargill has announced that Jamie Miller will step down as CFO to accept an opportunity outside the company. Joanne Knight will serve as Cargill’s acting CFO. “We are grateful for Jamie’s service to Cargill,” said Brian Sikes, president and CEO. “Over the last few years, we have further strengthened our business model, expanded our business portfolio, and are well-positioned for long-term success.” […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Tyson Foods Appoints Deckinger As General Counsel, Secretary
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has named Adam Deckinger as general counsel and secretary, effective immediately. Deckinger has been with the company since 2018, most recently serving as SVP, head of law and compliance. He will report to Donnie King, president and CEO. Deckinger will succeed Amy Tu, chief legal officer and secretary, who was named […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
FFP To Highlight Portfolio At IPPE Expo In Atlanta
Florida Food Products Inc., a formulator and producer of vegetable and fruit-based clean label ingredient solutions, will highlight its portfolio Jan. 24-26 during the International Production and Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Attendees are invited to visit FFP’s booth No. BC9419 to discover how to ditch synthetic ingredients in meat and poultry products with FFP’s […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Cascade Platinum Debuts New Innovation With No Prewash
Cincinnati-based Cascade has debuted Cascade Platinum Plus, a cleaning system that allows users to skip extra steps with no prewash or rewash. To develop its formula upgrade, Cascade tested 10 prototype formulations and 13,000 test pods to perfect the Cascade Platinum Plus ActionPac. The formula is comprised of cleaning ingredients to hydrate and scrub dried-on food, […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Dan-O’s Seasoning Expands Distribution To New Retailers
Louisville, Kentucky-based Dan-O’s Seasoning is expanding its distribution through an agreement with Tops Friendly Markets across the nation, as well as Wegmans, Weis Markets, Stop & Shop and Price Chopper in the Northeast, pushing the brand into more than 10,000 retail stores. Dan-O’s Seasoning is a blend of low-sodium, all-natural, sugar-free and non-GMO herbs and spices […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Sprouts Farmers Market To Participate In Citrus Promotion
Consumers can purchase Rubicon Bakers’ Vegan Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes at more than 380 Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Sprouts Farmers Market is the latest retailer to feature this collaboration between Washington red raspberry farmers and Rubicon Bakers. The cupcakes will be available for a limited time as part of Sprouts’ seasonal citrus event […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southwest
Dave’s Gourmet Helps Pink Sauce With Walmart Distribution
Dallas, Texas-based Dave’s Gourmet has partnered with entrepreneur Chef Pii to help bring Pink Sauce from TikTok to the commercial market in Walmart locations. Chef Pii, a social media influencer, attempted to launch her creation to the public, selling out of her initial stock in days. However, a lack of commercial food production knowledge led […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Tyson Foods To Create 400 Jobs At Illinois Plant
Tyson Foods has expanded its workforce projections for its prepared foods facility in Caseyville, Illinois. This will create about 400 new employee positions to meet the growing demand for Hillshire Farm and Jimmy Dean grab-and-go snacking and breakfast items. This boost is a result of the $180 million expansion in development. Seven production lines and 270,000 […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Kapi Kapi Growers Hires Business Development Manager
Miami, Florida-based Kapi Kapi Growers, a producer of pineapples and bananas, has hired Wendy O’Brien to help further the company’s U.S. and North American business expansion. O’Brien has more than 20 years of experience in fresh produce sales and marketing. In addition to garnering new business with retail, foodservice, wholesale and processing contacts, she will also work […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
All Y’Alls Foods Uses Less Resources To Produce Its Products
Cross Roads, Texas-based All Y’alls Foods said it uses less than 1/13th of the land, fuel and water to produce its jerky and bits products, compared to animal-based proteins. When asked if All Y’alls Foods is dedicated to sustainability in 2023, CEO and Founder Brett Christoffel said, “Oh heck, yes. Sustainability cannot be approached without shifting to plant-based proteins.” […]