Stop & Shop has kicked off its annual Help Cure Childhood Cancer campaign to support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund in Massachusetts, and MSK Kids, the pediatrics program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Since the campaign’s inception decades ago, the Quincy, Massachusetts-based retailer and its customers have contributed more […]
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Acosta Appoints Van Aken As Chief Human Resources Officer
Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta, an integrated sales and marketing services provider in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, has appointed Mike Van Aken as chief human resources officer, effective immediately. Van Aken brings more than 20 years of HR experience across large public organizations, smaller privately held businesses and startups. In this role, he will oversee Acosta’s […]
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FMI And Kellogg Partner On Nutrition Initiative Post Virtual Event
As part of its mission to feed families and enrich lives, FMI – The Food Industry Association and the Kellogg Co. have donated more than 13,000 servings of cereal to the St. Mary’s Food Bank in Phoenix. This was an initiative of the virtual FMI Midwinter Executive Conference, for which Phoenix was the live event’s […]
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Reese’s Launches Organic Milk And Dark Chocolate Reese’s Cups
For the first time, the Reese’s brand is introducing Organic Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in dark and milk chocolate. From Big Cups with Pretzels, THiNS, Zero Sugar, Reese’s Crunchers, Dark, Mini Cups, Dark PB Cups, Mini Cups, Crispy Crunchy Bar, Nutrageous Bar and Outrageous Bar, the brand is officially inviting organic eaters to join the party. The organic options […]
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ProAmpac Announces Smart Packaging Partnership With Clemson
Cincinnati, Ohio-based ProAmpac, a flexible packaging leader, has partnered with the Clemson University Department of Food, Nutrition and Packaging Sciences to support the company’s commitment to leading the industry in developing smart food packaging. “ProAmpac is committed to leading the industry in developing smart packaging technologies,” said Hesam Tabatabaei, VP of product development and innovation. […]
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Kroger’s Atlanta Division and KSU Unveils Expanded Food Pantries
Kroger’s Atlanta Division and Kennesaw State University unveiled KSU’s expanded KSU CARES food pantries at a recent ribbon cutting ceremony. “Food insecurity among college students is an alarming concern – and one that often goes unnoticed by the general public,” said Felix Turner, manager of corporate affairs for Kroger’s Atlanta Division. “Through Kroger’s involvement with […]
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RFA Recognizes Newly-Elected Leadership At Virtual Awards Ceremony
The Refrigerated Foods Association recognized its new leaders at the Virtual Awards Ceremony on Feb. 26. Lauren Edmonds of St. Clair Foods is now president, following Josh Knott of Knott’s Foods’ term in office. Karen Bishop Carbone of Boston Salads & Prepared Foods Corp. will serve as VP and conference chair. Tom Davis of Lakeview […]
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Graphic Packaging International Launches Paperboard ProducePack
Graphic Packaging International has introduced ProducePack, a sustainable paperboard packaging range of solutions for fresh produce. Aligned with Graphic Packaging’s Vision 2025 to be better stewards for the environment, the innovative carton offers brands and retailers an eco-friendly solution for a variety of applications with an artisan look that protects, preserves and presents fresh produce, from field […]